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东谈西论九三阅兵把中国军迷变军盲？China’s Victory Day parade: Turning military enthusiasts into novices中国纪念抗日战争胜利80周年大会，上周日在北京天安门广场举行第三次、也是最后一次综合演练，标志着一切准备就绪，待9月3日正式登场。 中国国防部官员表示，“九三阅兵”将坚持实战标准，把阅兵准备视为练兵机会，并展示解放军的最新装备，其中包括多款“国之重器”。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析这次阅兵有哪些亮点？为什么连军迷都自嘲成了“军盲”？在当前国际地缘政治激烈竞争中，中国高调阅兵，将对外释放怎样的信号？ 延伸阅读： 九三阅兵首次亮相新型武器装备占比大 包括高超精打装备 【视频】中国九三阅兵倒数两周 军方称首次亮相新型装备占比很大 This September 3, China will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second Sino-Japanese War with a grand military parade in Tiananmen Square. Beyond honouring the country’s wartime sacrifices, the parade is expected to reveal some of the latest advances in Chinese defense technology. The event has generated buzz both domestically and internationally. Defense watchers are eager to see what new systems might appear on display, while some Chinese military enthusiasts even joke about being “military blind ”— overwhelmed by the sheer volume of cutting-edge equipment expected to debut. But the parade is about more than military spectacle. At a time of shifting global politics, it also serves as a window into how China perceives its role on the world stage. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong speaks with Yu Zeyuan, China News Copy Editor at Lianhe Zaobao, to examine the significance of the September 3 parade and its broader geopolitical implications. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is update
2025-08-2621 min东谈西论
东谈西论清官难断娃哈哈争产风暴 China's Wahaha inheritance feud去年2月，中国娃哈哈集团创始人宗庆后逝世。有评论形容，宗庆后是中国改革开放后第一代白手起家的民营企业家，他的离世被视为一个时代的落幕。 民众深切悼念这位爱国的企业家、“平民首富”，并引发一场针对另一个矿泉水品牌农夫山泉的抵制舆论。 没想到，时隔十七个月，宗庆后近日被曝有六名拥有美国国籍的私生子女。宗庆后的长女宗馥莉与几位私生弟妹的豪门家产争夺战拉开序幕，相关风波也迅速升级为涉及中国国有资产流失的舆论疑云。目前，杭州市上城区财政局已成立专项工作专班介入。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起解析宗家家产纷争，以及官方在应对家族遗产纠纷和国有资产流失争议时所面临的两难处境。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：娃哈哈凶多吉少了？ 下午察：宗馥莉掌舵下的娃哈哈怎么了？ The passing of Zong Qinghou, founder of China's Wahaha Group, in February 2024, marked the end of an era. Hailed as a patriotic, self-made entrepreneur and "commoner billionaire," his death prompted widespread media coverage and reflection on his legacy. In the aftermath, there was even talk among some netizens about supporting Wahaha over rival brand Nongfu Spring. But just over a year later, a new revelation shocked the public: three individuals living overseas, allegedly Zong's illegitimate children and reportedly holding US citizenship, came forward to contest his multi-billion dollar estate. Their emergence set off a fierce legal battle with Wahaha’s official heir, his only acknowledged child, daughter Zong Fuli. While some reports have speculated that Zong may have fathered as many as six illegitimate children, only three have initiated actual legal claims. This struggle quickly grew beyond a family feud. Questions surfaced about whether parts of Zong Qinghou’s fortune, given Wahaha’s roots as a collective enterprise, should in fact belong to the state. The case has reignited national debate about the complicated legacy of China’s economic reforms, collective enterprises, and the often-blurred line between public and private wealth. In res...
2025-07-2220 min早报播客
早报播客清官难断娃哈哈争产风暴 China's Wahaha inheritance feud去年2月，中国娃哈哈集团创始人宗庆后逝世。有评论形容，宗庆后是中国改革开放后第一代白手起家的民营企业家，他的离世被视为一个时代的落幕。 民众深切悼念这位爱国的企业家、“平民首富”，并引发一场针对另一个矿泉水品牌农夫山泉的抵制舆论。 没想到，时隔十七个月，宗庆后近日被曝有六名拥有美国国籍的私生子女。宗庆后的长女宗馥莉与几位私生弟妹的豪门家产争夺战拉开序幕，相关风波也迅速升级为涉及中国国有资产流失的舆论疑云。目前，杭州市上城区财政局已成立专项工作专班介入。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起解析宗家家产纷争，以及官方在应对家族遗产纠纷和国有资产流失争议时所面临的两难处境。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：娃哈哈凶多吉少了？ 下午察：宗馥莉掌舵下的娃哈哈怎么了？ The passing of Zong Qinghou, founder of China's Wahaha Group, in February 2024, marked the end of an era. Hailed as a patriotic, self-made entrepreneur and "commoner billionaire," his death prompted widespread media coverage and reflection on his legacy. In the aftermath, there was even talk among some netizens about supporting Wahaha over rival brand Nongfu Spring. But just over a year later, a new revelation shocked the public: three individuals living overseas, allegedly Zong's illegitimate children and reportedly holding US citizenship, came forward to contest his multi-billion dollar estate. Their emergence set off a fierce legal battle with Wahaha’s official heir, his only acknowledged child, daughter Zong Fuli. While some reports have speculated that Zong may have fathered as many as six illegitimate children, only three have initiated actual legal claims. This struggle quickly grew beyond a family feud. Questions surfaced about whether parts of Zong Qinghou’s fortune, given Wahaha’s roots as a collective enterprise, should in fact belong to the state. The case has reignited national debate about the complicated legacy of China’s economic reforms, collective enterprises, and the often-blurred line between public and private wealth. In res...
2025-07-2220 min早报播客
早报播客中国九三阅兵会有多大规模 Trump to Attend China Parade?中国官方上个星期举行新闻发布会，正式宣布今年9月3日将在北京天安门广场举行大阅兵，纪念中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争胜利80周年。 有境外评论认为，这将是人类历史上规模最大的阅兵。也有传言称美国总统特朗普可能会出席，这有可能吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析“九三阅兵”规模会有多大？中国改革开放以来的历次阅兵有什么特点？特朗普有可能会出席吗？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国今年阅兵有哪些看点 中国官宣“九三阅兵” 学者分析“秀肌肉”传递国际与两岸政治意涵 China announced on June 24 that it will stage a military parade at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on September 3 to commemorate the end of World War II. Some international commentators have described the upcoming event as potentially the largest military parade in history. Speculation has also emerged about a possible appearance by US President Donald Trump, though this has not been officially confirmed. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong speaks with Lianhe Zaobao's China news copy editor Yu Zeyuan about the expected scale of the parade, the features of past parades, and the likelihood of President Trump’s attendance. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-0120 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国九三阅兵会有多大规模 Trump to Attend China Parade?中国官方上个星期举行新闻发布会，正式宣布今年9月3日将在北京天安门广场举行大阅兵，纪念中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争胜利80周年。 有境外评论认为，这将是人类历史上规模最大的阅兵。也有传言称美国总统特朗普可能会出席，这有可能吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析“九三阅兵”规模会有多大？中国改革开放以来的历次阅兵有什么特点？特朗普有可能会出席吗？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国今年阅兵有哪些看点 中国官宣“九三阅兵” 学者分析“秀肌肉”传递国际与两岸政治意涵 China announced on June 24 that it will stage a military parade at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on September 3 to commemorate the end of World War II. Some international commentators have described the upcoming event as potentially the largest military parade in history. Speculation has also emerged about a possible appearance by US President Donald Trump, though this has not been officially confirmed. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong speaks with Lianhe Zaobao's China news copy editor Yu Zeyuan about the expected scale of the parade, the features of past parades, and the likelihood of President Trump’s attendance. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-0120 min早报播客
早报播客特朗普抹红哈佛 大战精英名校 Harvard vs Trump美国特朗普政府与精英大学的战争再次升级。自今年4月冻结哈佛大学超过22亿美元的拨款后，联邦政府国土安全部上个星期宣布，取消哈佛大学录取外国学生的资格。这意味着哈佛不能再招收外国学生，在籍学生也必须马上转校。 这一纸禁令引起举世哗然。哈佛大学立即向法院起诉，指控政府公然违反美国宪法。联邦法官签发临时限制令，暂停了禁令，哈佛赢得暂时的胜利。 有389年历史的哈佛大学，是美国最有名、最富有的大学，是自由主义思想的重镇、精英的摇篮，也是一些保守派人士的眼中钉。 早在2023年，特朗普便宣示，若再次当选总统，将“把美国的教育从马克思主义狂人和疯子手中夺回来”。如今，特朗普已经再次入主白宫，他和大学的大战也不断升级。 特朗普的这场大战，最近也扯上了中国。到底谁会是最后的赢家？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起分析特朗普大战哈佛的表与里，以及这场战火如何波及中国，其他高校又做何反应。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：特朗普打哈佛对中国有利 特稿：特朗普政府频频施压 赴美留学生恐成“学术难民” The Trump administration’s recent move to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students has ignited a firestorm of controversy.  The ban, led by the Department of Homeland Security, would have forced current international students to transfer or lose their legal status, prompting Harvard to file a lawsuit. A federal judge responded by issuing a temporary restraining order, blocking the policy’s immediate implementation. This action is part of President Trump’s ongoing conflict with elite universities, previously marked by threats to withhold federal funding and accusations of institutions promoting “Marxist” ideologies. While the administration cites national security and intellectual property concerns, critics argue the ban is politically motivated and unfairly targets a prestigious institution known for its liberal stance. The controversy unfolds against a backdrop of rising US-China tensions, raising questions about the policy’s broader implications for American higher education and international relations. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan explore the complexities of this intensifying conflict over higher education in the United States. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tue
2025-05-2723 min东谈西论
东谈西论特朗普抹红哈佛 大战精英名校 Harvard vs Trump美国特朗普政府与精英大学的战争再次升级。自今年4月冻结哈佛大学超过22亿美元的拨款后，联邦政府国土安全部上个星期宣布，取消哈佛大学录取外国学生的资格。这意味着哈佛不能再招收外国学生，在籍学生也必须马上转校。 这一纸禁令引起举世哗然。哈佛大学立即向法院起诉，指控政府公然违反美国宪法。联邦法官签发临时限制令，暂停了禁令，哈佛赢得暂时的胜利。 有389年历史的哈佛大学，是美国最有名、最富有的大学，是自由主义思想的重镇、精英的摇篮，也是一些保守派人士的眼中钉。 早在2023年，特朗普便宣示，若再次当选总统，将“把美国的教育从马克思主义狂人和疯子手中夺回来”。如今，特朗普已经再次入主白宫，他和大学的大战也不断升级。 特朗普的这场大战，最近也扯上了中国。到底谁会是最后的赢家？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起分析特朗普大战哈佛的表与里，以及这场战火如何波及中国，其他高校又做何反应。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：特朗普打哈佛对中国有利 特稿：特朗普政府频频施压 赴美留学生恐成“学术难民” The Trump administration’s recent move to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students has ignited a firestorm of controversy.  The ban, led by the Department of Homeland Security, would have forced current international students to transfer or lose their legal status, prompting Harvard to file a lawsuit. A federal judge responded by issuing a temporary restraining order, blocking the policy’s immediate implementation. This action is part of President Trump’s ongoing conflict with elite universities, previously marked by threats to withhold federal funding and accusations of institutions promoting “Marxist” ideologies. While the administration cites national security and intellectual property concerns, critics argue the ban is politically motivated and unfairly targets a prestigious institution known for its liberal stance. The controversy unfolds against a backdrop of rising US-China tensions, raising questions about the policy’s broader implications for American higher education and international relations. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan explore the complexities of this intensifying conflict over higher education in the United States. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tue
2025-05-2723 min早报播客
早报播客中国网红神曲为何激怒印度？Viral video ignites China-India rivalry5月6日到10日，中国网红“豪哥哥”制作的视频，以印度歌舞风格调侃印巴之间的空战冲突。 印巴冲突的过程中，印度的战机被巴基斯坦利用中国制造的歼10战斗机打下。路透社引述美国官员消息说，至少两架印度战机被打下，其中至少一架是法国制造“阵风”战斗机。 “豪哥哥”在视频里嘲笑印度丢人，飞机没回家、钱都白花，气得印度勃然大怒。印度官方强调，印度的飞行员都安全回家，网上流传的飞机残骸照片是中国政府“有组织的政治宣传”。 目前，印度和巴基斯坦已经达成停火协议。中国与印度的民间舆论口水战还在继续，印度的飞机到底有没有被中国战机打下，“豪哥哥”的视频是不是在羞辱印度？ 这个风波又会对中印关系构成什么影响？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起分析这场从战场延烧到网络的“信息战”。 延伸阅读： 中国网红改编印度神曲暗讽印巴空战 印度政府抗议 于泽远：中国军火成为印巴交战的大赢家 A viral video by Chinese influencer "Brother Hao" has sparked controversy and fuelled nationalistic sentiment online by parodying the alleged downing of Indian fighter jets during a recent clash between India and Pakistan. Set to a popular Indian tune, the video humorously depicts the destruction of a newly acquired Indian aircraft, implying both a military setback and financial loss for India. Its rapid spread on Chinese social media has coincided with a surge in nationalistic pride, with many users celebrating what they perceive as India’s embarrassment. In response to online narratives and media reports from some Chinese outlets, Indian officials have asserted that all their pilots returned safely and have dismissed such claims as disinformation. While India and Pakistan have since agreed to a ceasefire, the video continues to stoke heated exchanges on social media between Chinese and Indian netizens, raising concerns about the impact on already strained China-India relations. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they delve deeper into this unfolding story. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated
2025-05-2021 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国网红神曲为何激怒印度？Viral video ignites China-India rivalry5月6日到10日，中国网红“豪哥哥”制作的视频，以印度歌舞风格调侃印巴之间的空战冲突。 印巴冲突的过程中，印度的战机被巴基斯坦利用中国制造的歼10战斗机打下。路透社引述美国官员消息说，至少两架印度战机被打下，其中至少一架是法国制造“阵风”战斗机。 “豪哥哥”在视频里嘲笑印度丢人，飞机没回家、钱都白花，气得印度勃然大怒。印度官方强调，印度的飞行员都安全回家，网上流传的飞机残骸照片是中国政府“有组织的政治宣传”。 目前，印度和巴基斯坦已经达成停火协议。中国与印度的民间舆论口水战还在继续，印度的飞机到底有没有被中国战机打下，“豪哥哥”的视频是不是在羞辱印度？ 这个风波又会对中印关系构成什么影响？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远一起分析这场从战场延烧到网络的“信息战”。 延伸阅读： 中国网红改编印度神曲暗讽印巴空战 印度政府抗议 于泽远：中国军火成为印巴交战的大赢家 A viral video by Chinese influencer "Brother Hao" has sparked controversy and fuelled nationalistic sentiment online by parodying the alleged downing of Indian fighter jets during a recent clash between India and Pakistan. Set to a popular Indian tune, the video humorously depicts the destruction of a newly acquired Indian aircraft, implying both a military setback and financial loss for India. Its rapid spread on Chinese social media has coincided with a surge in nationalistic pride, with many users celebrating what they perceive as India’s embarrassment. In response to online narratives and media reports from some Chinese outlets, Indian officials have asserted that all their pilots returned safely and have dismissed such claims as disinformation. While India and Pakistan have since agreed to a ceasefire, the video continues to stoke heated exchanges on social media between Chinese and Indian netizens, raising concerns about the impact on already strained China-India relations. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they delve deeper into this unfolding story. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated
2025-05-2021 min早报播客
早报播客董小姐背后的“门阀士族”关系网 China’s hospital scandal北京中日友好医院胸外科一名医生的桃色新闻，近日在中国网络上引发广泛关注，许多网民义愤填膺。 事件的起因如下：肖医生的妻子公开指控他出轨，并与多名女性保持不正当关系。其中一次，肖医生甚至为了支持情人董小姐，将病人独自留在手术台上长达40分钟。 然而，事件中被揭露出更大问题的并非肖医生，而是董小姐本人。她被指学历不符合要求，却能进入协和医学院博士项目；其博士论文据称也仅有短短30页等问题，引发质疑。 这起事件牵涉医德医风、教育公平、学术腐败与阶层固化等多个层面。这到底是怎么一回事？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析梳理“董小姐”事件以及中国古代“门阀士族”式的关系网是否正在回归？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：董小姐事件中的待解之谜 下午察：医院婚外情新闻揭开特权一角？ A scandal at Beijing’s China-Japan Friendship Hospital has ignited public outrage and exposed deep concerns about privilege and corruption in China’s medical and educational systems.  It began with accusations of infidelity against a thoracic surgeon, Dr Xiao Fei, whose wife exposed his multiple affairs with colleagues. One alleged tryst involved Dr Xiao leaving a patient unattended on the operating table for 40 minutes.  The controversy soon widened to questions about one partner, Dr Dong Xiying, and her unconventional entry into a prestigious medical programme. As official investigations probe both personal misconduct and systemic loopholes, the case has become a flashpoint for debates on fairness, transparency, and the power of connections in modern China. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they unpack the scandal and its broader social implications. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/lis
2025-05-0616 min东谈西论
东谈西论董小姐背后的“门阀士族”关系网 China’s hospital scandal北京中日友好医院胸外科一名医生的桃色新闻，近日在中国网络上引发广泛关注，许多网民义愤填膺。 事件的起因如下：肖医生的妻子公开指控他出轨，并与多名女性保持不正当关系。其中一次，肖医生甚至为了支持情人董小姐，将病人独自留在手术台上长达40分钟。 然而，事件中被揭露出更大问题的并非肖医生，而是董小姐本人。她被指学历不符合要求，却能进入协和医学院博士项目；其博士论文据称也仅有短短30页等问题，引发质疑。 这起事件牵涉医德医风、教育公平、学术腐败与阶层固化等多个层面。这到底是怎么一回事？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析梳理“董小姐”事件以及中国古代“门阀士族”式的关系网是否正在回归？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：董小姐事件中的待解之谜 下午察：医院婚外情新闻揭开特权一角？ A scandal at Beijing’s China-Japan Friendship Hospital has ignited public outrage and exposed deep concerns about privilege and corruption in China’s medical and educational systems.  It began with accusations of infidelity against a thoracic surgeon, Dr Xiao Fei, whose wife exposed his multiple affairs with colleagues. One alleged tryst involved Dr Xiao leaving a patient unattended on the operating table for 40 minutes.  The controversy soon widened to questions about one partner, Dr Dong Xiying, and her unconventional entry into a prestigious medical programme. As official investigations probe both personal misconduct and systemic loopholes, the case has become a flashpoint for debates on fairness, transparency, and the power of connections in modern China. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they unpack the scandal and its broader social implications. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/lis
2025-05-0616 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国人工智能DeepSeek 情人知己之外的智能伙伴 AI revolution: the rise of DeepSeek今年1月20日，中国人工智能公司DeepSeek发布全新模型DeepSeek-R1，震撼了AI产业界与美国股市。 据透露，DeepSeek-R1 的性能已接近OpenAI的ChatGPT，但其训练成本仅为后者的几十分之一。受此影响，美股七大科技巨头股价齐齐下跌，英伟达一周内累计跌幅超过15%，市值蒸发约6000亿美元。 这家成立仅一年的中国AI公司为何能异军突起，震撼全球？新任美国总统特朗普会采取哪些措施遏制中国人工智能的发展？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与新加坡优势研究咨询公司创始人兼CEO张帆深入探讨随着AI技术的迭代更新，其推理能力已接近人类，机器取代人的时代是否正在加速到来？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：DeepSeek冲击波 韩咏红：中国AI科学家的“深度探索” The world of artificial intelligence is abuzz with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI language model challenging the dominance of established players like OpenAI's ChatGPT.  DeepSeek has undoubtedly sent ripples through the tech industry, raising questions about the future of AI development and the global balance of power.  Its purported ability to match ChatGPT's functionality at a fraction of the training cost has sparked both excitement and concern. This has resulted in notable declines in the stock prices of major American tech companies, with NVIDIA experiencing a significant drop.  DeepSeek's rise has also fueled geopolitical anxieties, particularly regarding the US-China tech rivalry.  While the extent of its impact on US tech giants remains to be seen, DeepSeek's emergence highlights the rapid advancements in AI and the potential for disruptive innovation from unexpected players. As AI evolves, questions arise about the balance between human emotion and machine logic, and whether we are nearin
2025-02-0428 min早报播客
早报播客特朗普归来 是新政还是乱政？Trump 2.0: Golden Age or Global Shock?时隔四年，美国总统特朗普卷土重来。他在1月20日正式就职成为美国第47任总统。在就职演说中，他宣布美国将重返黄金时代，不会让美国再被其他国家占便宜，也会确保美国优先。此外，他极尽数落前任政府的政绩，大力抨击美国的安全状况、外交政策、移民政策等等。 特朗普上任第一天，一口气签署了一系列行政令，包括退出《巴黎协定》、退出世卫组织等等。他在就职演说中宣布南部边境紧急状态，明确表示要扩张美国的领土，将“墨西哥湾”重新命名为“美国湾”。 特朗普的归来会给美国和世界带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与清华大学战略与安全研究中心主任、国际关系学系教授达巍详细解析。 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：特朗普风暴来了 陶瑞：美国与世界迎剧变 未来两年见真章 In a historic and unprecedented political comeback, Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to the White House four years after his first term. His inauguration speech set a bold tone, promising to usher in a new "golden age" for America and emphasised an "America First" policy. Throughout his speech, Trump criticised the previous administration's handling of security, foreign policy, immigration, public services, and education.  Trump wasted no time implementing significant changes, declaring a national emergency at the southern border and in energy. He has expressed a desire to rename the Gulf of Mexico and an interest in acquiring the Panama Canal. Trump has also signed executive orders to withdraw the US from the Paris climate agreement and the World Health Organisation (WHO), raising questions about the future of US global engagement. In this episode of Lianhe Zaobao’s podcast Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong is joined by Professor Da Wei, Director of the Centre for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University, to analyse the potential impact of Trump's second presidency on both American and global politics. 
2025-01-2237 min东谈西论
东谈西论特朗普归来 是新政还是乱政？Trump 2.0: Golden Age or Global Shock?时隔四年，美国总统特朗普卷土重来。他在1月20日正式就职成为美国第47任总统。在就职演说中，他宣布美国将重返黄金时代，不会让美国再被其他国家占便宜，也会确保美国优先。此外，他极尽数落前任政府的政绩，大力抨击美国的安全状况、外交政策、移民政策等等。 特朗普上任第一天，一口气签署了一系列行政令，包括退出《巴黎协定》、退出世卫组织等等。他在就职演说中宣布南部边境紧急状态，明确表示要扩张美国的领土，将“墨西哥湾”重新命名为“美国湾”。 特朗普的归来会给美国和世界带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与清华大学战略与安全研究中心主任、国际关系学系教授达巍详细解析。 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：特朗普风暴来了 陶瑞：美国与世界迎剧变 未来两年见真章 In a historic and unprecedented political comeback, Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to the White House four years after his first term. His inauguration speech set a bold tone, promising to usher in a new "golden age" for America and emphasised an "America First" policy. Throughout his speech, Trump criticised the previous administration's handling of security, foreign policy, immigration, public services, and education.  Trump wasted no time implementing significant changes, declaring a national emergency at the southern border and in energy. He has expressed a desire to rename the Gulf of Mexico and an interest in acquiring the Panama Canal. Trump has also signed executive orders to withdraw the US from the Paris climate agreement and the World Health Organisation (WHO), raising questions about the future of US global engagement. In this episode of Lianhe Zaobao’s podcast Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong is joined by Professor Da Wei, Director of the Centre for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University, to analyse the potential impact of Trump's second presidency on both American and global politics. 
2025-01-2237 min东谈西论
东谈西论“行走的人民币”：中国人成诈骗团伙猎物 “Walking RMB”: China citizens at risk今年1月3日，中国演员王星抵达泰国曼谷。他原以为自己是去拍戏，没想到却落入了电信诈骗集团的圈套。下飞机后，他被拐骗至缅甸的妙瓦底县。 幸运的是，王星有一个机智又爱他的女朋友。她一方面报警求助，另一方面通过社交媒体发声，最终成功让王星在1月7日获救。 在飞回上海的飞机上，王星回忆了自己的遭遇。他说，当时过了河，竟然完全没有意识到自己已经离开泰国。他被关押在一个地方，和他一起被关的还有大约50人，所有人都被剃光了头。 王星的经历并非个例。在他获救后，有超过170名怀疑家人被困在缅甸的中国人发起联署，恳求当局伸出援手。联合国的数据显示，大约有20万人在柬埔寨和缅甸的诈骗中心工作。这些人遭到囚禁、虐待，被迫从事诈骗活动。 由于诈骗集团的主要目标是中国人与华人，从事诈骗工作的人中也有不少中国受害者。有些人甚至形容，中国人就是“行走的人民币”。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与马来西亚太平洋研究中心首席顾问胡逸山解析东南亚为何成了绑架和诈骗中国人的犯罪温床？各国政府又应该采取哪些行动来打击这些犯罪活动？ 延伸阅读： 新闻人间：王星拐骗案幕后黑手“颜十六” 谈王星案 在泰国拍戏中国公司：做好这点就安全 The story of Chinese actor Wang Xing's harrowing escape from a Myanmar scam centre has sent shockwaves through the Chinese community and raised concerns about safety in Southeast Asia. Lured to Thailand under the guise of a filming opportunity in early January 2025, Wang Xing was abducted upon arrival and trafficked across the border to Myawaddy, Myanmar.  He found himself imprisoned with around 50 other individuals, all of whom were forced to shave their heads. Thanks to his resourceful girlfriend, who alerted authorities and rallied support on social media, Wang Xing was rescued within days.  His experience sheds light on a disturbing trend of kidnappings linked to Southeast Asian fraud operations. Following his rescue, over 170 Chinese families reported similar disappearances of loved ones in Myanmar, highlighting the alarming prevalence of human trafficking and forced labour in the region. The United Nations estimates a staggering 200,000 people are trapped in these scam centres across Southeast Asia, subjected to horrific conditions and forced to participate in criminal activities targeting Chinese communities worldwide. The lucrative nature of these scams, preying on cultural and linguistic ties, has led to Chinese individuals being cynically referred to as "walking RMB" by criminal gangs. The fear became so real that even Hong Kong singer Eason Chan cancelled his Bangkok concert due to safety concerns for his fans.  Join host Han Yong Hong as she explores the
2025-01-1425 min早报播客
早报播客中国军工大暴走 Decoding China’s military message在2024年岁末，中国军方一口气展示四款先进海空武器。 12月27日，全球首艘搭载电磁弹射系统的076型两栖攻击舰——四川舰，正式下水并命名。此外，解放军在成都和沈阳分别试飞两架疑似第六代战斗机，以及在西安试飞了全新的空警3000战略预警机，也都在12月26日和27日这两天里亮相。 中国在2025年之前密集展示多款世界先进武器，背后有什么深意？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析中国这次的军工大暴走是想对外发出什么弦外之音？它又会如何改变中美军事实力的平衡？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国军工开启暴走模式 中国“四川舰”下水 可在渡海战中执行多种任务 In a strategic move at the close of 2024, China has showcased a series of cutting-edge military technologies, including the world’s first 076 amphibious assault ship equipped with electromagnetic catapults, and conducted test flights of new sixth-generation fighter jets and a KJ-3000 early warning aircraft.  These demonstrations are not just technological feats but are laden with geopolitical significance, hinting at China's ambitions to alter the global military balance, particularly in relation to the United States.  This episode of Global Heartbeat podcast delves into China's recent military advancements, exploring the motivations behind these developments and their potential impact on global power dynamics. Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they unpack what these advancements mean for the future of international security. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast,
2025-01-0719 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国军工大暴走 Decoding China’s military message在2024年岁末，中国军方一口气展示四款先进海空武器。 12月27日，全球首艘搭载电磁弹射系统的076型两栖攻击舰——四川舰，正式下水并命名。此外，解放军在成都和沈阳分别试飞两架疑似第六代战斗机，以及在西安试飞了全新的空警3000战略预警机，也都在12月26日和27日这两天里亮相。 中国在2025年之前密集展示多款世界先进武器，背后有什么深意？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析中国这次的军工大暴走是想对外发出什么弦外之音？它又会如何改变中美军事实力的平衡？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国军工开启暴走模式 中国“四川舰”下水 可在渡海战中执行多种任务 In a strategic move at the close of 2024, China has showcased a series of cutting-edge military technologies, including the world’s first 076 amphibious assault ship equipped with electromagnetic catapults, and conducted test flights of new sixth-generation fighter jets and a KJ-3000 early warning aircraft.  These demonstrations are not just technological feats but are laden with geopolitical significance, hinting at China's ambitions to alter the global military balance, particularly in relation to the United States.  This episode of Global Heartbeat podcast delves into China's recent military advancements, exploring the motivations behind these developments and their potential impact on global power dynamics. Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they unpack what these advancements mean for the future of international security. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast,
2025-01-0719 min东谈西论
东谈西论2024年国际大事盘点 Unpacking 2024’s headlines韩国济州航空公司的一架波音客机，星期天上午疑似因撞上鸟群而坠毁，造成重大伤亡。 从现场画面可见，飞机以机腹迫降在跑道上，随后滑行了相当长的距离，最终撞上一堵墙。巨大的冲击力导致飞机瞬间化为一团火球。事故造成179人罹难。 韩国今年可谓流年不利。就在不久前，总统尹锡悦于12月3日宣布全国进入紧急戒严。此举在国内外引发轩然大波。至今，韩国的政治动荡仍未平息。 2024年被称为“全球选举年”，全世界共有超过60个国家举行了选举。其中，一些国家的执政党在选举中失利，例如英国。而另一些国家则因政局动荡遭遇巨变，叙利亚的阿萨德政权就在武装叛变中被推翻。 然而，在这一系列的国际事件中，最引人注目的是美国的总统选举。特朗普在竞选期间经历了一场枪击事件，但他大难不死，最终成功当选为美国第47任总统。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》国际新闻组第二主任吴汉钧盘点2024年最奇葩国际新闻。 延伸阅读： 【东谈西论】尹锡悦总统遭弹劾 如何影响韩国政治？ 【东谈西论】全世界系好安全带 迎接特朗普的新美国 2024 was a year of global upheaval, marked by surprising election outcomes and political turmoil. While Donald Trump's return to the White House dominated headlines, significant events unfolded elsewhere. South Korea grappled with the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol, sparking a constitutional crisis. While the reasons for impeachment are complex, the move has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. Meanwhile, a Jeju Air passenger plane crash-landed in South Korea, raising concerns about aviation safety. Initial reports suggested a bird strike, but investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause.  Join Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor Han Yong Hong and Second Foreign Editor Ng Hon Kuan as they delve into a tumultuous year for international events in 2024. Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-3119 min东谈西论
东谈西论尹锡悦总统遭弹劾 如何影响韩国政治？South Korea’s impeachment saga12月3日，韩国总统尹锡悦宣布全国进入紧急戒严。4天后，尹锡悦发表“对国民谈话”，对紧急戒严事态道歉，并强调绝不会有第二次戒严。他还强硬地表示对调查和弹劾奉陪到底。12月14日，韩国国会第二次表决通过了弹劾总统尹锡悦的动议，暂停他的公职。总理韩悳洙将成为代理总统。尹锡悦在国会通过弹劾案后立即说：“我绝不会放弃。” 一直转变态度的尹锡悦会有什么下场？宪法法院会如何裁决？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人吴汉钧与韩国外国语大学孔裕植教授，以及《联合早报》驻首尔通讯员姜贵瑛详细解析。 延伸阅读： 尹锡悦面临弹劾审判和刑事调查 姜贵瑛：都是第一夫人惹的祸？ Two weeks after South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced martial law, his initial apology has transformed into a firm resolve to face the impeachment charges head-on. Despite his changing stance, the Dec 14 impeachment motion by the National Assembly has led to his suspension, with the Constitutional Court now set to determine his fate.  As the court reviews the case, questions loom about Yoon's future and the trajectory of South Korea's political landscape. Join host Ng Hon Kuan in conversation with Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Chief Researcher Yoosik Kong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal events. Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-1723 min东谈西论
东谈西论“被停职”的韩国总统尹锡悦，何去何从？South Korea martial law fallout韩国总统尹锡悦在12月3日晚上突然宣布全国进入紧急戒严，声称此举是为铲除亲朝鲜势力。然而，在各方强烈反对下，他在六小时内迅速撤销戒严令，但这戒严令已在韩国政坛引发巨大震荡。 反对党随即联合提交对尹锡悦的弹劾动议，但弹劾案在上星期六因未达到全体会议法定表决人数而撤销。大批韩国民众在首尔举行大型抗议集会，要求尹锡悦下台。与此同时，韩国检方宣布已对尹锡悦涉嫌内乱展开调查，他也被禁止出境。 尹锡悦的政治前途是否已走到尽头？这场风波又将如何影响国际社会对韩国的看法？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人吴汉钧与韩国外国语大学孔裕植教授，以及《联合早报》驻首尔通讯员姜贵瑛详细解析宛如韩剧情节的尹锡悦戒严风波。 延伸阅读： 分析：颁布戒严令是“韩国民主倒退” 尹锡悦总统大位或不保 【早知】尹锡悦玩火造成什么影响？ South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's sudden declaration of martial law on December 3 has thrown the nation into political disarray. His attempt to curb pro-North Korean influence was met with swift opposition, resulting in the lifting of martial law within six hours. This upheaval has led to a stalled impeachment motion due to a lack of quorum and mass protests demanding Yoon's resignation. Compounding the situation, Yoon faces a legal investigation for alleged insurrection and is barred from leaving the country. This crisis not only casts doubts on Yoon's political future but also has significant implications for South Korea’s international reputation.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Ng Hon Kuan as he delves into this dramatic political saga with Yoosik Kong, Chief Researcher at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Kang Gwi Young, Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent.   Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-1018 min早报播客
早报播客从李尚福到苗华 解放军反腐风暴持续 China’s military purge: Miao Hua’s suspension中共中央军事委员会委员、军委政治工作部主任苗华，因涉嫌严重违纪被停职检查。中国国防部新闻发言人于上星期四主动对外发布了这一消息。 苗华成为本届中央军委中第二名被处分的委员，也是去年以来落马的多名解放军高级将领之一。在苗华和李尚福之前，前任中国国防部长魏凤和因严重违纪违法，已于去年被立案审查调查。 自去年以来，中国军队展开大规模反腐行动，但高级将领依然前腐后继。苗华被认为是中共总书记习近平提拔的将领，他的落马意味着什么？ 这期的联合早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析苗华落马对解放军战斗力的影响。 延伸阅读： 中共中央军委委员苗华被停职检查 仕途基本终结 中国特稿：腐败劣根摘不尽 中国整肃军队路漫漫 China has suspended a top military official Miao Hua and placed him under investigation for “serious violations of discipline”, which are commonly used as a euphemism for corruption in China.  This development comes amid a sweeping anti-corruption campaign within the Chinese military, which has already seen several high-ranking officials face disciplinary action.  Admiral Miao Hua is a member of Beijing’s powerful Central Military Commission (CMC). He headed the CMC’s Political Work Department, the top military body’s most important office. Adm Miao, described as a close ally of Chinese President Xi Jinping, is the latest to be scrutinised, raising questions about the broader implications for the People's Liberation Army.  Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they explore the significance of Miao Hua's suspension and its potential impact on China's military strength. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other po
2024-12-0322 min东谈西论
东谈西论从李尚福到苗华 解放军反腐风暴持续 China’s military purge: Miao Hua’s suspension中共中央军事委员会委员、军委政治工作部主任苗华，因涉嫌严重违纪被停职检查。中国国防部新闻发言人于上星期四主动对外发布了这一消息。 苗华成为本届中央军委中第二名被处分的委员，也是去年以来落马的多名解放军高级将领之一。在苗华和李尚福之前，前任中国国防部长魏凤和因严重违纪违法，已于去年被立案审查调查。 自去年以来，中国军队展开大规模反腐行动，但高级将领依然前腐后继。苗华被认为是中共总书记习近平提拔的将领，他的落马意味着什么？ 这期的联合早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析苗华落马对解放军战斗力的影响。 延伸阅读： 中共中央军委委员苗华被停职检查 仕途基本终结 中国特稿：腐败劣根摘不尽 中国整肃军队路漫漫 China has suspended a top military official Miao Hua and placed him under investigation for “serious violations of discipline”, which are commonly used as a euphemism for corruption in China.  This development comes amid a sweeping anti-corruption campaign within the Chinese military, which has already seen several high-ranking officials face disciplinary action.  Admiral Miao Hua is a member of Beijing’s powerful Central Military Commission (CMC). He headed the CMC’s Political Work Department, the top military body’s most important office. Adm Miao, described as a close ally of Chinese President Xi Jinping, is the latest to be scrutinised, raising questions about the broader implications for the People's Liberation Army.  Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they explore the significance of Miao Hua's suspension and its potential impact on China's military strength. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other po
2024-12-0322 min早报播客
早报播客17分钟内能到伦敦 普京发射新导弹想震慑谁？Russia’s nuclear threat俄罗斯上星期四向乌克兰东部发射了一枚新型中程弹道导弹。这是一枚最新研制的高超音速导弹，代号“榛树”。 俄罗斯总统普京称，“榛树”能够以10马赫的速度打击目标，它虽然不是战略武器，但其效果和威力可以与战略武器相媲美。普京还表示，当今世界没有任何手段可以对抗这种导弹，也没有任何手段可以拦截它。 普京宣布，“榛树”导弹将在俄军战略导弹部队中投入使用。“榛树”导弹能在12分钟内飞到柏林，飞到罗马只需14分钟，大约17分钟就能到达布鲁塞尔、巴黎，甚至伦敦。 不久前，普京签署了一项法令，批准降低俄罗斯使用核武器的门槛。在这个关键时刻，他又测试新的高超音速中程导弹。普京究竟想要震慑谁？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析俄乌战争是否正在朝核武大战的方向进一步迈进？ 延伸阅读： 沈泽玮：俄乌战千日，中欧持续震荡 俄首次在乌使用新型弹道导弹 乌克兰加紧分析残骸 Russia has tested a new intermediate-range ballistic missile in an assault on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. The hypersonic missile codenamed Oreshnik (meaning hazel tree in Russian), is reportedly capable of achieving speeds of Mach 10 (10 times the speed of sound), and reaching European capitals within minutes. Russian President Vladimir Putin asserts the missile's unrivaled speed and power, comparing it to strategic weapons despite its classification. Amid these developments, Putin has also lowered the threshold for Russia's use of nuclear weapons, raising global concerns about the potential escalation of the Russia-Ukraine conflict into a nuclear confrontation.  Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan in this episode of Global Heartbeat as they delve into the geopolitical ramifications of Russia's latest military maneuvers and the shifting dynamics of international security. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-2619 min东谈西论
东谈西论17分钟内能到伦敦 普京发射新导弹想震慑谁？Russia’s nuclear threat俄罗斯上星期四向乌克兰东部发射了一枚新型中程弹道导弹。这是一枚最新研制的高超音速导弹，代号“榛树”。 俄罗斯总统普京称，“榛树”能够以10马赫的速度打击目标，它虽然不是战略武器，但其效果和威力可以与战略武器相媲美。普京还表示，当今世界没有任何手段可以对抗这种导弹，也没有任何手段可以拦截它。 普京宣布，“榛树”导弹将在俄军战略导弹部队中投入使用。“榛树”导弹能在12分钟内飞到柏林，飞到罗马只需14分钟，大约17分钟就能到达布鲁塞尔、巴黎，甚至伦敦。 不久前，普京签署了一项法令，批准降低俄罗斯使用核武器的门槛。在这个关键时刻，他又测试新的高超音速中程导弹。普京究竟想要震慑谁？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远详细解析俄乌战争是否正在朝核武大战的方向进一步迈进？ 延伸阅读： 沈泽玮：俄乌战千日，中欧持续震荡 俄首次在乌使用新型弹道导弹 乌克兰加紧分析残骸 Russia has tested a new intermediate-range ballistic missile in an assault on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. The hypersonic missile codenamed Oreshnik (meaning hazel tree in Russian), is reportedly capable of achieving speeds of Mach 10 (10 times the speed of sound), and reaching European capitals within minutes. Russian President Vladimir Putin asserts the missile's unrivaled speed and power, comparing it to strategic weapons despite its classification. Amid these developments, Putin has also lowered the threshold for Russia's use of nuclear weapons, raising global concerns about the potential escalation of the Russia-Ukraine conflict into a nuclear confrontation.  Join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan in this episode of Global Heartbeat as they delve into the geopolitical ramifications of Russia's latest military maneuvers and the shifting dynamics of international security. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-2619 min东谈西论
东谈西论随机袭击接二连三 中国社会出了问题？China’s random attacks中国江苏宜兴市无锡工艺职业技术学院上星期六晚间发生校园随机杀人案。根据警方通报，一名21岁的男学生，因考试不合格无法拿到毕业证书，加上对实习报酬不满，回校持刀杀人泄愤，造成八人死亡，17人受伤。 类似的随机杀人案件，中国今年以来已发生至少八九起。11月11日，广东珠海也发生一起驾越野车随机撞人事件，导致35人死亡，43人重伤。 中国最高层下令各地区和有关部门要举一反三，加强风险源头管控。各地也随即展开矛盾纠纷排查化解。然而，这些举措能否真正解决问题，防堵此类悲剧再次发生？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与新加坡国立大学东亚研究所研究员赵力涛及旅居台湾的时事评论人徐全解析接二连三的恶性随机伤人事件有什么共性？中国社会发生了什么事？ 延伸阅读： 【视频】江苏高校伤人案为今年首例学生犯案 学者：疏导社会压力需减压阀 韩咏红：珠海之殇 In a shocking series of events, China has witnessed a spate of random violent incidents, raising concerns about social stability and safety.  Last Saturday, a stabbing rampage at the Wuxi Vocational Institute of Arts and Technology in the city of Yixing in Jiangsu province, left eight dead and 17 injured.  A 21-year-old student, reportedly driven by academic failure and unpaid internship wages, is blamed for the attack. Just days earlier, a horrific car attack in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, claimed the lives of 35 people and left 43 seriously injured.  These incidents have prompted China's leadership to call for increased preventative measures and conflict resolution efforts.  However, questions linger about the underlying causes of such violence and the efficacy of these proposed solutions. This episode of Global Heartbeat podcast delves into these recent tragedies in China, exploring potential societal factors and the challenges of preventing such incidents. Joining host Han Yonghong to analyse these events are Dr. Zhao Litao, a senior research fellow at the National University of Singapore’s East Asian Institute and Taiwan-based commentator Xu Quan. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han
2024-11-1923 min东谈西论
东谈西论全世界系好安全带 迎接特朗普的新美国 Trump’s triumph: Global implications美国总统选举结果已经尘埃落定，前总统特朗普大胜，他不仅赢得所有摇摆州的选举人票，普选票也胜过对手哈里斯。 特朗普誓言带领美国进入黄金时代，弥合国家伤口。他在竞选期间公布的政策包括大规模驱逐移民，对中国商品加征关税至60%，对其他国家商品征税10%至20%，而且要欧洲盟友和台湾支付更多“保护费”。 评论人担忧，美国将走回历史上的孤立时代。这会对世界带来什么影响？中国又会如何迎接特朗普治下的“黄金美国”？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与清华大学战略与安全研究中心主任、国际关系学系教授达巍解析特朗普再次当选美国总统对世界的影响。 延伸阅读： 吴汉钧：特朗普能否带领美国进入黄金时代？ 韩咏红：特朗普2.0给中国的危机与机遇 Donald Trump achieved a significant victory in the US election, securing not only the electoral votes of key swing states but also leading his opponent Kamala Harris in the popular vote. Trump vowed to lead America into a “golden age” while addressing national healing. His proposed policies include imposing a 60% tariff on imports from China and a 10% tariff on goods from other countries, alongside demands for increased financial contributions from U.S. allies in exchange for security guarantees. Concerns about a potential shift towards a more isolationist stance under Trump's leadership have been raised, particularly regarding how this might affect global alliances and relations with China. These developments prompt discussions about their implications for international security dynamics. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yonghong discusses these issues with Professor Da Wei, Director of the Centre for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is update
2024-11-1222 min东谈西论
东谈西论白宫之战：特朗普若再当选的另类观点 US Election 2024: Trump 2.0?美国总统大选已进入投票日，全世界都在屏息以待选举结果。在投票日前三天，提前邮寄投票的选民已超过7500万。至今，现任副总统、民主党候选人哈里斯与前总统、共和党候选人特朗普的选情依然胶着，互不相让，选举进入割喉战。 两大阵营频出奇招，但也出现了猪队友自乱阵脚的情况。哈里斯引述他人言论，指责特朗普为法西斯分子；拜登则称特朗普的支持者为“垃圾”，引发巨大争议。 越来越多的民调显示，特朗普的胜选几率正在上升。中国的知识界怎么看待特朗普重返白宫的可能性？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与中国复旦大学教授沈丁立深入解析特朗普如果再次当选，是会更加可怕，还是可能带来转机？ 延伸阅读： 美国总统大选前夕 中国学者预期特朗普赢面更大 杨丹旭：美国大选，世界在等 As the world watches with bated breath, the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is proving to be one of the most closely contested in recent history. With more than 75 million mail-in votes already cast, the election has entered a critical phase. Both campaigns have resorted to aggressive tactics, sometimes backfiring spectacularly. Adding to the tension, several polls suggest Trump might have an edge, raising questions about what a second Trump presidency would mean for America and the world. In China, intellectuals are closely analysing the potential implications of a Trump return. Would it be a global disaster, or could there be unexpected upsides? In the latest episode of Global Heartbeat, Professor Shen Dingli of Fudan University provides expert insights into the impact of the election outcome on international politics. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for pri
2024-11-0534 min东谈西论
东谈西论哈里斯选情告急 特朗普尾市看涨 US Election 2024: A nail-biting finish美国民主党总统候选人哈里斯的选情告急。 在刚过去的周末，前总统奥巴马夫人米歇尔亲自下场到关键摇摆州密歇根州，为哈里斯站台助选。米歇尔充满爆发力的演讲让全场气氛燃爆。 另一方面，特朗普在纽约市举行了大型造势晚会，现场挤得水泄不通，有的支持者还连夜在会场外扎营。特朗普在致辞时，呼吁支持者将哈里斯赶出白宫。 距离投票日只剩下一个星期，两位候选人哈里斯和特朗普的选情依然高度胶着。但多份最新民调显示，特朗普的当选几率正在赶超哈里斯。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与美国德州山姆休士顿州立大学政治系副教授翁履中解析特朗普真的要回来了吗？他会给美国和世界带来什么？在如此激烈的选举后，美国能否实现政权的和平交接？ 延伸阅读： 国际特稿：经济课题主导美国选情 选民手中一票投给三餐温饱 韩咏红：美国总统大选是什么在摇摆？ The US presidential election is down to the wire, with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris locked in a tight race.  As the clock ticks down to Election Day, both candidates are pulling out all the stops.  Former First Lady Michelle Obama energised Harris supporters in the crucial swing state of Michigan with a rousing speech. Simultaneously, Trump held a massive rally in New York City, demonstrating the enduring fervour of his base. While some recent polls suggest a potential surge for Trump, the race remains too close to call. Amidst this heated political climate, concerns are mounting over whether the US can ensure a peaceful transition of power following the election. This election carries significant weight, raising crucial questions about the future direction of the US and its role on the global stage. The stakes are high, and the world is watching as the US heads towards a potentially historic election.   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Dr. Dennis Lu-Chung Weng, Associate Professor of Political Science at Sam Houston State University, shares his analysis and insights.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and c
2024-10-2926 min早报播客
早报播客朝鲜参战乌克兰，想干嘛？North Korean troops in Ukraine韩国情报部门上周公布情报称，朝鲜已经决定向乌克兰战场派遣包括特种部队在内的12,000名兵力，参与俄罗斯与乌克兰的战争。 韩国国情院称，今年8月，首批1,500多名朝鲜特种部队已被送往俄罗斯的符拉迪沃斯托克，也就是中国所称的海参崴。 另一方面，乌克兰总统泽连斯基上周告诉媒体，根据他们的情报，朝鲜已经派遣技术人员和军官前往乌克兰被分裂的地区。他也表示，朝鲜准备派遣1万名兵力到战场，这相当于第二个国家正式加入了对乌克兰的战争。自从乌克兰战争爆发以来，朝鲜一直向俄罗斯提供炮弹、导弹和其他武器援助，但尚未大规模派遣军队参战。 朝鲜这次真的准备派兵到前线了吗？如果属实，朝鲜的意图和目的是什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析朝鲜的加入将如何影响俄乌战争的局势，乃至东北亚的和平。 Reports of North Korea's potential involvement in the Ukraine war have sent ripples through the international community. South Korean intelligence claims Pyongyang is preparing to send up to 12,000 troops, including special forces, to aid Russia. This claim, while unverified, alleges that an initial contingent of over 1,500 soldiers has already arrived in Vladivostok. The situation has raised alarms, with Ukrainian President Zelensky concerned about another nation entering the fray. The emergence of unverified videos purportedly showing North Korean soldiers receiving equipment from Russian troops has further fueled speculation.  This development raises critical questions about North Korea's motivations and strategic intentions. The potential consequences of North Korean involvement are far-reaching. It could escalate the conflict, destabilise the region, and exacerbate existing geopolitical tensions, especially in Northeast Asia. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they explore the potential implications of North Korea’s military involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated
2024-10-2220 min东谈西论
东谈西论朝鲜参战乌克兰，想干嘛？North Korean troops in Ukraine韩国情报部门上周公布情报称，朝鲜已经决定向乌克兰战场派遣包括特种部队在内的12,000名兵力，参与俄罗斯与乌克兰的战争。 韩国国情院称，今年8月，首批1,500多名朝鲜特种部队已被送往俄罗斯的符拉迪沃斯托克，也就是中国所称的海参崴。 另一方面，乌克兰总统泽连斯基上周告诉媒体，根据他们的情报，朝鲜已经派遣技术人员和军官前往乌克兰被分裂的地区。他也表示，朝鲜准备派遣1万名兵力到战场，这相当于第二个国家正式加入了对乌克兰的战争。自从乌克兰战争爆发以来，朝鲜一直向俄罗斯提供炮弹、导弹和其他武器援助，但尚未大规模派遣军队参战。 朝鲜这次真的准备派兵到前线了吗？如果属实，朝鲜的意图和目的是什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析朝鲜的加入将如何影响俄乌战争的局势，乃至东北亚的和平。 Reports of North Korea's potential involvement in the Ukraine war have sent ripples through the international community. South Korean intelligence claims Pyongyang is preparing to send up to 12,000 troops, including special forces, to aid Russia. This claim, while unverified, alleges that an initial contingent of over 1,500 soldiers has already arrived in Vladivostok. The situation has raised alarms, with Ukrainian President Zelensky concerned about another nation entering the fray. The emergence of unverified videos purportedly showing North Korean soldiers receiving equipment from Russian troops has further fueled speculation.  This development raises critical questions about North Korea's motivations and strategic intentions. The potential consequences of North Korean involvement are far-reaching. It could escalate the conflict, destabilise the region, and exacerbate existing geopolitical tensions, especially in Northeast Asia. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they explore the potential implications of North Korea’s military involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated
2024-10-2220 min东谈西论
东谈西论以色列七线开火 内坦亚胡是赢家？Israel’s multifront war: Netanyahu winning or losing?以色列与哈马斯冲突爆发一周年， 加沙地带的暴力冲突仍未消停，以色列的北方邻国黎巴嫩也卷入了战火。  根据联合国的评估，在一个月内，以色列的攻击已经造成黎巴嫩北部2000人死亡，超过百万人流离失所。 美国、法国以及黎巴嫩的看守政府一直在努力促成停火协议，但都徒劳无功。 以色列总理内坦亚胡在10月6日宣称，以色列目前正同时在七条战线上作战。这些战线涉及不同地点或对象，分别是：加沙的哈马斯、黎巴嫩的真主党、也门的胡塞武装、叙利亚、伊拉克，约旦河西岸的抵抗组织，以及伊朗。 多线作战让以色列国内也遭受攻击，但以色列的军事行动为何仍在继续？国际社会，包括多个大国，都拿以色列没办法。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和中国著名国际战略专家、中国人民大学国际关系学院退休教授时殷弘详细解析中东战火持续，遭到多国谴责的内坦亚胡到底是赢了，还是输了？ 延伸阅读： 陈留俊：以色列的“十月冒险”？ 【东谈西论】中东战争扩大 倒计时开始？ One year after the October 7 attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country is now fighting on seven fronts. He listed the battlegrounds as Iran, Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, Shia militants in Iraq, militant groups in Syria as well as Palestinian fighters in the West Bank.  Despite international efforts to broker a ceasefire, a resolution remains elusive. This multi-pronged approach, while presented as necessary by Netanyahu, has drawn international criticism and raised questions about its long-term effectiveness. Is Netanyahu's strategy a calculated gamble for security, or a dangerous escalation that could spiral out of control?   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yong Hong and Shi Yinhong, a professor of international relations at Renmin University of China, as they discuss the complex dynamics of Middle Eastern geopolitics as well as the implications of Netanyahu's military and political manoeuvres. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-1525 min东谈西论
东谈西论中东战争扩大 倒计时开始？Wider Middle East war inevitable?在以色列2023年10月7日遭哈马斯突袭一周年的前夕，以色列在刚过去的周末扩大了对黎巴嫩首都贝鲁特南部的攻势。 战火给处于经济崩溃状态的黎巴嫩人民带来了更大的痛苦。超过100万人流离失所，逃离家园。过去一年间，以色列除了在加沙地带发动持续性的猛烈攻击，也打击了中东地区的敌对力量。这包括以色列在今年7月暗杀了前往伊朗出席新总统就职仪式的哈马斯领导人哈尼亚，9月又通过传呼机和对讲机爆炸袭击，造成数十名黎巴嫩真主党人死亡，数千人受伤。随后，以色列使用了八十余枚钻地弹，炸死了真主党最高领导纳斯鲁拉，并随后对黎巴嫩发起了地面进攻。 伊朗也展开了报复行动。上个星期二，伊朗向以色列发射了180多枚导弹，击中了两座以色列空军基地。 如今，中东地区多处战火纷飞，以色列在多线作战，它的最终目标是什么？它会攻击伊朗的核设施吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾中兴大学国际政治研究所所长崔進揆解析中东战争全面扩大的倒计时是否已经开始？ 延伸阅读： 国际特稿：以哈战火延绵中东 一年灰烬覆盖和平 社论：以色列多线开火 中东和局无解 Tensions in the Middle East are reaching a boiling point as Israel marks the first anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. Over the past year, Israel has intensified its military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, further straining the already dire humanitarian situation. With more than a million people displaced in Lebanon, the region faces mounting challenges. Speculation is rife about Israel's intentions, particularly concerning Iran's nuclear facilities, raising questions about the potential for a broader conflict.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yong Hong and guest Chin-Kuei Tsui, Associate Professor at Graduate Institute of International Politics (GIIP), National Chung Hsing University, as they analyse the escalating Middle East crisis.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-0830 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国终于扣动救市扳机 China’s bold stimulus package中国三大金融监管机构上星期二突然联合召开记者会，公布了一系列救市措施，包括降准、降息、下调房地产贷款利率、将房贷首付比率下降至15%。这等于向市场释放1万亿元人民币的流动性。 中国央行行长潘功胜在记者会上还宣布，将推出两项政策工具来释放流动性并提振股市。这两项政策工具共计会对市场释放8000亿人民币，而且还只是首期。中国股市、香港股市应声大涨，并带动亚太和欧洲股市上扬。 到了星期四，中共中央政治局再开会部署经济工作，要求保证必要的财政支出、实施有力度的降息、促进房地产市场止跌回稳。国际投资者为之振奋，著名对冲基金经理 David Tepper公开表示他已全面加仓。 在冠病疫情结束后，中国经济并没有出现预期的报复性反弹，反而面临越来越大的挑战。尽管经济学家一直在呼吁中国政府采取更为有力的救市措施，但当局的行动被形容为“挤牙膏”。这一次，中国政府终于启动了大规模救市的扳机吗？这是否算是大水漫灌？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡华侨银行亚洲地区研究与策略主管谢栋铭解析中国推出的新一轮政策将会对中国经济产生什么影响？ 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：中国央行放大招能否力挽狂澜？ 陈婧：楼市终于要止跌了？ China has surprised markets with a series of aggressive monetary easing measures aimed at reviving its flagging economy.  The country's central bank announced a cut to the reserve requirement ratio for banks, injecting billions into the financial system.  Additionally, lending and mortgage interest rates will be lowered, and further stimulus measures are on the horizon.  This comes after China's post-pandemic recovery fell short of expectations, prompting calls for more decisive government action. The announcements led to significant gains in China's stock market, which also positively impacted the Hong Kong, Asia-Pacific, and European markets.  While some investors are expressing renewed confidence, the long-term impact of these measures remains to be seen.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yong Hong and guest Tommy Xie, Head of Greater China Research & Strategy at OCBC Bank, as they analyse these developments and discuss whether China has finally pulled the trigger on a large-scale economic rescue plan.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-0124 min早报播客
早报播客马国全球兄弟丑闻：宗教与商业的模糊边界 Malaysia child abuse scandal马来西亚一家具规模的跨国商业机构“全球兄弟服务与商业控股”（简称全球兄弟）9月爆出惊人丑闻。 截至9月下旬，警方从全球兄弟下辖的儿童福利院救出了大约600名少年儿童。这些少年儿童相信都是全球兄弟成员的子女。他们被强迫劳动、性侵害、虐待，也在精神上被洗脑与控制。 全球兄弟的资产约3亿2500万令吉（约9976万新元），业务遍布亚洲以及欧洲。它到底是一家怎么样的企业？是不是邪教？为什么能长期犯罪而不被揭发？过去二三十年里，马来西亚社会日益宗教化与保守化。全球兄弟爆出的这场丑闻，应该引起怎样的注意？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》吉隆坡特派员萧郡瑜及《联合早报》国际新闻组第二主任吴汉钧解析轰动马来西亚的全球兄弟性侵虐童案。 延伸阅读： 回教福利院数百儿童证实被虐 马国元首促警彻查 马回教局将研究“全球兄弟”是否为异端 In September, Malaysia's Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB) Holdings was thrust into the spotlight following a shocking scandal involving the abuse of children in their welfare homes. Malaysian police have rescued hundreds of children who were subjected to forced labor, sexual abuse, and physical mistreatment.  Established in 2010, GISB is a Muslim conglomerate that has assets totalling around RM325 million (S$99.8 million) with operations spanning Asia and Europe. The company has been linked to the now-defunct Malaysia-based Al-Arqam religious sect, which was banned by the Malaysian government in 1994. The scandal has exposed systemic failures in child welfare oversight and highlighted the impact of societal norms that allowed such abuses to go unchecked for years.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong is joined by Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor, Ng Hon Kuan and Kuala Lumpur correspondent Seoow Juin Yee. They delve into the details of the scandal, and discuss its broader implications in Malaysia. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.
2024-09-2425 min东谈西论
东谈西论马国全球兄弟丑闻：宗教与商业的模糊边界 Malaysia child abuse scandal马来西亚一家具规模的跨国商业机构“全球兄弟服务与商业控股”（简称全球兄弟）9月爆出惊人丑闻。 截至9月下旬，警方从全球兄弟下辖的儿童福利院救出了大约600名少年儿童。这些少年儿童相信都是全球兄弟成员的子女。他们被强迫劳动、性侵害、虐待，也在精神上被洗脑与控制。 全球兄弟的资产约3亿2500万令吉（约9976万新元），业务遍布亚洲以及欧洲。它到底是一家怎么样的企业？是不是邪教？为什么能长期犯罪而不被揭发？过去二三十年里，马来西亚社会日益宗教化与保守化。全球兄弟爆出的这场丑闻，应该引起怎样的注意？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》吉隆坡特派员萧郡瑜及《联合早报》国际新闻组第二主任吴汉钧解析轰动马来西亚的全球兄弟性侵虐童案。 延伸阅读： 回教福利院数百儿童证实被虐 马国元首促警彻查 马回教局将研究“全球兄弟”是否为异端 In September, Malaysia's Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB) Holdings was thrust into the spotlight following a shocking scandal involving the abuse of children in their welfare homes. Malaysian police have rescued hundreds of children who were subjected to forced labor, sexual abuse, and physical mistreatment.  Established in 2010, GISB is a Muslim conglomerate that has assets totalling around RM325 million (S$99.8 million) with operations spanning Asia and Europe. The company has been linked to the now-defunct Malaysia-based Al-Arqam religious sect, which was banned by the Malaysian government in 1994. The scandal has exposed systemic failures in child welfare oversight and highlighted the impact of societal norms that allowed such abuses to go unchecked for years.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong is joined by Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor, Ng Hon Kuan and Kuala Lumpur correspondent Seoow Juin Yee. They delve into the details of the scandal, and discuss its broader implications in Malaysia. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.
2024-09-2425 min东谈西论
东谈西论恒大账务造假 普华永道是共犯还是被拖累？PwC's Evergrande scandal in China世界四大会计事务所之一、总部设在英国的普华永道（PricewaterhouseCoopers, PwC），因替中国房地产巨头恒大集团出具虚假审计报告，被中国财政部罚款人民币4.41亿元（8070万新元），并处以停业六个月的处罚，同时撤销了普华永道广州分所的执业资格。 普华永道因对恒大集团的虚假账目“睁一只眼、闭一只眼” 而陷入危机。而在香港上市的恒大集团今年1月已被下令清盘，留下超过3000亿美元的债务、上百万套烂尾楼，以及数十亿美元的财富管理产品违约。 恒大账目造假，普华永道作为审计机构应承担多少责任？这背后是否存在利益输送？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析这个事件暴露了上市公司与会计行业之间哪些深层次问题？ 延伸阅读： 中国财政部点名瑞幸恒大：财务造假成本过低 新会计法大幅提高处罚力度 普华永道被香港监管机构调查 Chinese regulators hit the auditing unit of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in mainland China with a six-month business suspension and a record fine of 441 million yuan (S$81 million) over the firm’s audit of troubled property developer China Evergrande Group, which was ordered to liquidate earlier this year. The Big Four accounting firm is accused of failing to uncover accounting irregularities at the real estate giant, raising serious questions about auditing practices in China. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yong Hong and Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, as they delve into the broader implications of this incident for the auditing industry, financial accountability, and corporate governance in China.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-1727 min早报播客
早报播客中国国足成不了佳话 变成了笑话 China's football: From aspirations to mockery中国国家男子足球队上周四在客场对阵日本，以0比7惨败。这场比赛不仅创下了国足在国际正式比赛中的最大比分差距，还刷新了世界杯预选赛的历史分差纪录。虽然过去26年里，中国队从未战胜过日本队，但这次的惨败尤其让球迷倍感震惊。 中国拥有14亿人口，还有庞大的足球迷群体，但男子足球的表现为何屡屡让人失望？网络上的嘲讽与调侃层出不穷。赢不了球的中国男足，难道真的成了大众的笑柄？ 更有意思的是，中央电视台并未转播这场比赛。这背后究竟是单纯的经济原因、认为版权费太高，还是另有其他政治考量？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析这场比赛背后的舆论风波。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国国足输出了喜感 张田勘：0比7是一个苦涩的参照数字 Chinese football fans are reeling after their national team suffered a record-breaking 7-0 defeat against arch-rivals Japan in a crucial World Cup qualifier. The match was China’s worst defeat in the team’s history as well as the biggest goal difference in World Cup qualifying history. It has sparked outrage and despair across the nation. This crushing defeat goes beyond a sporting disappointment; it touches upon national pride and reignites long-standing frustrations regarding China's struggle to establish itself as a football powerhouse. What does this loss mean for the future of Chinese football?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan examine the state of Chinese men's football. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-1019 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国国足成不了佳话 变成了笑话 China's football: From aspirations to mockery中国国家男子足球队上周四在客场对阵日本，以0比7惨败。这场比赛不仅创下了国足在国际正式比赛中的最大比分差距，还刷新了世界杯预选赛的历史分差纪录。虽然过去26年里，中国队从未战胜过日本队，但这次的惨败尤其让球迷倍感震惊。 中国拥有14亿人口，还有庞大的足球迷群体，但男子足球的表现为何屡屡让人失望？网络上的嘲讽与调侃层出不穷。赢不了球的中国男足，难道真的成了大众的笑柄？ 更有意思的是，中央电视台并未转播这场比赛。这背后究竟是单纯的经济原因、认为版权费太高，还是另有其他政治考量？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析这场比赛背后的舆论风波。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国国足输出了喜感 张田勘：0比7是一个苦涩的参照数字 Chinese football fans are reeling after their national team suffered a record-breaking 7-0 defeat against arch-rivals Japan in a crucial World Cup qualifier. The match was China’s worst defeat in the team’s history as well as the biggest goal difference in World Cup qualifying history. It has sparked outrage and despair across the nation. This crushing defeat goes beyond a sporting disappointment; it touches upon national pride and reignites long-standing frustrations regarding China's struggle to establish itself as a football powerhouse. What does this loss mean for the future of Chinese football?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan examine the state of Chinese men's football. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-1019 min东谈西论
东谈西论惊险逃过一劫，柯文哲能大反攻吗？ Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je’s narrow escape?8月31日，台湾政坛第三势力领袖、民众党主席柯文哲被戴上手铐，并被指涉嫌收贿图利罪，震惊四方。经过两天的讯问后，柯文哲被台北市地方法院裁定无须支付保证金就能直接回家。 柯文哲形容自己 “在这两天当中，可以说是极尽压迫和凌虐”。 法院认为京华城获得容积奖励确实违法，但没有证据证明柯文哲“犯罪嫌疑重大”或者明知而违法，因此裁定他无保请回。 柯文哲平安落地了吗？台北市检察署认定柯文哲涉嫌收贿和图利，这次是否会被打脸？民众党是否成功逃过一劫？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾文化大学广告系教授钮则勋深入解析柯文哲的政治危机。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：柯文哲案对两岸关系的影响 【视频】柯文哲无保请回 法院：检方无法明确举证犯罪嫌疑重大 After a marathon interrogation in a graft probe, Taiwan People's Party (TPP) leader Ko Wen-je, was released without bail, vehemently denying any wrongdoing in the case, which involves approvals given for the Jinghua City project during his time as Taipei mayor from 2014 to 2022. Upon his release, Ko addressed supporters, claiming he was subjected to extreme oppression and bullying. While the court determined that the changes to the Jinghua City project were unlawful, prosecutors failed to present sufficient evidence to prove Ko's direct involvement in illegal activities. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong speaks with Niu Tse-hsun, professor and chair of the Chinese Culture University's advertising department to explore whether TPP has dodged a bullet or if a larger storm is brewing.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-0324 min东谈西论
东谈西论哈里斯竞选总统 背后的暗流 US Election 2024: Kamala Harris' path to history美国民主党一连四天的全国代表大会在当地时间8月22日落下帷幕。美国副总统哈里斯在五万名现场观众的欢呼声中，正式接受民主党提名，竞选美国总统。 在7月21日美国总统拜登宣布退选之前，哈里斯原本被认为是表现不佳的副总统。但她却在短短一个月内声势大涨，不但筹得创纪录的5亿4000万美元（约7亿新元）资金，她的民调支持率也迅速追平特朗普，重新点燃了民主党胜选的希望。 如果当选，哈里斯将成为美国历史上首位女性总统和首位有亚裔血统的总统。她的选举路上将会面临哪些挑战？她有机会打败特朗普吗？她是否有能力治国？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和上海东亚研究所副所长包承柯解析哈里斯在竞选美国总统路上可能面临的挑战。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：与谣言共舞的时代 伟达：美国大选走向与政治设计 The recent Democratic National Convention marked a significant milestone for Vice President Kamala Harris as she accepted the nomination to run for President of the United States. This historic moment was met with enthusiasm, setting the stage for a potentially transformative election.    Harris, once perceived as an underperforming Vice President, has seen a remarkable turnaround in just one month. She has raised an unprecedented US$540 million (S$702.2 million) in campaign funds, signalling a strong wave of support and rekindling the Democratic Party's hopes for victory. If elected, Harris would break multiple barriers as the first female President and the first President of Asian descent. Her candidacy brings forth numerous questions about the challenges she will face and the policies she intends to implement. The path to the presidency is fraught with obstacles, and her ability to govern effectively will be under intense scrutiny. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Bao Chengke, assistant director at the Institute for East Asian Studies in Shanghai to examine Harris‘ challenges ahead, and unpack what a Harris presidency could mean for the United States and th
2024-08-2725 min东谈西论
东谈西论柯文哲面对政治生死劫 Scandal rocks Taiwan’s “white force”台湾民众党主席、前台北市长柯文哲近期陷入从政以来最大的危机。 此前，柯文哲因台北市长任内涉及的京华城案和北士科案被列为被告。如今，他在去年竞选总统时的竞选总部又爆出一系列假账丑闻，其中包括漏报 2,000万新台币的政治献金以及96万元新台币的素食便当费用。 柯文哲的竞选总部大楼内有一家名为“木可”的公关公司，董事长是柯文哲竞选总部财务长、他的高中同学李文宗的妹妹。这引发外界质疑，木可公司是否充当了一个秘密的小金库。 政治分析人士认为，柯文哲不仅面临牢狱之灾，甚至民众党也有可能因此走向灭亡。柯文哲为何会陷入如此困境？他真的会被判刑吗？白色力量的危机又将如何影响台湾整体的政治版图？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾政治的文化大学广告系教授钮则勋深入解析柯文哲的政治危机。 延伸阅读： 民众党称政治献金假账是因会计师漏报 新闻人间：四面楚歌柯文哲 Ko Wen-je, chairman of the Taiwan People's Party (TPP), is facing the biggest political crisis of his career, grappling with serious allegations of corruption and financial impropriety. These accusations stem from his time as Mayor of Taipei and his recent unsuccessful presidential bid, casting a shadow over his political future and potentially impacting Taiwan’s "white force" (also known as “third force”) movement - a political force seeking an alternative to the entrenched dominance of the two main parties.   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Niu Tse-hsun, professor and chair of the Chinese Culture University's advertising department to dissect this unfolding scandal as well as what it means for Ko and the future of the “white force”. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-08-2033 min东谈西论
东谈西论巴黎奥运折射中美角力 China-US rivalry at Paris Olympics 2024经历了一番纷纷扰扰，2024年巴黎奥运在当地时间星期天落下帷幕。 全球运动员齐聚法国，一同经历了16天的拼搏、激情、欢笑与泪水。最终，金牌榜上出现了一个史无前例的成绩——中国和美国各自摘下40枚金牌，并列金牌榜第一名。 提出修昔底德陷阱的美国哈佛大学教授艾莉森上星期撰文指出，奥运会反映了中国作为美国最重要的地缘政治对手的几乎全方位的崛起。 巴黎奥运是当前全球地缘政治的折射吗？中美在巴黎奥运期间争议不休的禁药问题到底谁是谁非？这些争议会不会延续到2028年的洛杉矶奥运会？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析。 延伸阅读： 【奥运会】中美金牌数持平 中国多点开花美国游泳优势削弱 杨丹旭：政治阴云笼罩巴黎奥运 The 2024 Paris Olympics concluded amid a whirlwind of excitement and controversy. Athletes worldwide gathered in France for 16 days of intense competition.  In an unprecedented outcome, both China and the United States tied for the most gold medals, each winning 40. However, the United States led the overall medal count with 126, far ahead of China’s 91. Harvard University’s Professor Graham Allison, who is the author of “Destined for War: Can America and China Escape Thucydides’s Trap”, noted that China's rise to become the leading rival of the United States in the Olympics mirrors its broader geopolitical ascent.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan explore the implications of the Paris Olympics on global geopolitics, the doping disputes, and what to expect as the world turns its attention to the next Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify a
2024-08-1324 min早报播客
早报播客巴黎奥运折射中美角力 China-US rivalry at Paris Olympics 2024经历了一番纷纷扰扰，2024年巴黎奥运在当地时间星期天落下帷幕。 全球运动员齐聚法国，一同经历了16天的拼搏、激情、欢笑与泪水。最终，金牌榜上出现了一个史无前例的成绩——中国和美国各自摘下40枚金牌，并列金牌榜第一名。 提出修昔底德陷阱的美国哈佛大学教授艾莉森上星期撰文指出，奥运会反映了中国作为美国最重要的地缘政治对手的几乎全方位的崛起。 巴黎奥运是当前全球地缘政治的折射吗？中美在巴黎奥运期间争议不休的禁药问题到底谁是谁非？这些争议会不会延续到2028年的洛杉矶奥运会？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》驻北京的记者于泽远详细解析。 延伸阅读： 【奥运会】中美金牌数持平 中国多点开花美国游泳优势削弱 杨丹旭：政治阴云笼罩巴黎奥运 The 2024 Paris Olympics concluded amid a whirlwind of excitement and controversy. Athletes worldwide gathered in France for 16 days of intense competition.  In an unprecedented outcome, both China and the United States tied for the most gold medals, each winning 40. However, the United States led the overall medal count with 126, far ahead of China’s 91. Harvard University’s Professor Graham Allison, who is the author of “Destined for War: Can America and China Escape Thucydides’s Trap”, noted that China's rise to become the leading rival of the United States in the Olympics mirrors its broader geopolitical ascent.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan explore the implications of the Paris Olympics on global geopolitics, the doping disputes, and what to expect as the world turns its attention to the next Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Spotify a
2024-08-1324 min东谈西论
东谈西论中共政治局治得了产业“内卷”吗？Unwinding China's rat race中国今年第二季度的经济增长只有4.7%，不但低于预期，也是五个季度以来的最低水平。 为了稳住经济，中共政治局7月30日召开会议，部署下半年经济工作要求、提振内需、培育壮大新兴产业和未来产业。会议上还出现了一个罕见要求，就是“强化行业自律，防止‘内卷式’恶性竞争”。 中国的企业现在有多“卷”？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和辽宁大学特聘研究员陈波深入解析什么是“内卷式”恶性竞争？政治局一纸命令真的能有效防止“内卷”？ 延伸阅读： 陈婧：政治局会议也谈“防内卷” 中国出台20条促消费 分析：电商、游戏、教培重获重视 China’s economic growth slowed to a mere 4.7% in the second quarter of 2024, falling short of projections and marking the weakest performance in five consecutive quarters. To stabilise the economy,  the Chinese Communist Party’s Politburo convened on July 30 to formulate economic strategies for the second half of the year. The meeting underscored the importance of stimulating domestic demand and nurturing the expansion of emerging and future industries. Interestingly, the meeting  also issued an uncommon directive, urging for greater industry self-discipline to curb what is termed as “involution-style” vicious competition.    "Involution," in this context, describes a pattern of excessive, often unproductive competition that traps businesses in a cycle of diminishing returns. This can manifest as a culture of extreme work with minimal gains in productivity and innovation. How prevalent is this issue among Chinese enterprises, and can a top-down directive from the Politburo effectively mitigate this behaviour?   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host
2024-08-0623 min东谈西论
东谈西论中俄轰炸机抵近阿拉斯加秀肌肉 China, Russia conduct first joint bomber patrol near Alaska中国与俄罗斯的四架战略轰炸机，7月25日在美国阿拉斯加附近的白令海进行联合空中战略巡航。这是中国轰炸机首次飞抵阿拉斯加附近。美国和加拿大紧急出动战斗机，对中俄轰炸机进行跟踪、监视和拦截。 美国国防部长奥斯汀隔天在五角大楼的新闻发布会上说，中俄战机并没有进入美国领空，最靠近时距离美国海岸大约200英里。他也说这四架轰炸机并没有对美国和加拿大构成威胁。 北京和莫斯科从2019年开始组织战略轰炸机联合巡逻，这次是第八次，也是第一次抵近阿拉斯加。在美国总统拜登宣布退选后，美国提前进入看守政府状态，中国是否利用这个时机采取激进的战略行动？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和联合早报驻北京的记者于泽远解析中俄战略轰炸机联合巡逻是要发出什么信号？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国轰炸机抵近阿拉斯加 王毅与俄外长会面 称中俄要坚定相互支持 Last Wednesday, four Chinese and Russian bombers conducted a joint strategic air patrol over the Bering Sea, near Alaska. While Russian bombers frequently operate in this region, it was the first time Chinese bombers entered the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone. The bombers were promptly tracked and intercepted by US and Canadian fighter jets. The following day at a Pentagon press conference, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed that the aircraft did not enter US airspace, maintaining a distance of about 200 miles (320 kilometres) from the US coast. He emphasised that these flights were not perceived as a threat. Since 2019, Beijing and Moscow have been conducting joint strategic air patrols, and this was their eighth such mission. The significance of these joint drills raises several questions: What message are China and Russia attempting to convey?  With US President Biden's recent announcement that he will not seek re-election, is China capitalising on the perceived vulnerability of the US administration and seizing this opportunity to engage in more aggressive strategic manoeuvres? Tune in to this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast as host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan delve
2024-07-3017 min早报播客
早报播客中俄轰炸机抵近阿拉斯加秀肌肉 China, Russia conduct first joint bomber patrol near Alaska中国与俄罗斯的四架战略轰炸机，7月25日在美国阿拉斯加附近的白令海进行联合空中战略巡航。这是中国轰炸机首次飞抵阿拉斯加附近。美国和加拿大紧急出动战斗机，对中俄轰炸机进行跟踪、监视和拦截。 美国国防部长奥斯汀隔天在五角大楼的新闻发布会上说，中俄战机并没有进入美国领空，最靠近时距离美国海岸大约200英里。他也说这四架轰炸机并没有对美国和加拿大构成威胁。 北京和莫斯科从2019年开始组织战略轰炸机联合巡逻，这次是第八次，也是第一次抵近阿拉斯加。在美国总统拜登宣布退选后，美国提前进入看守政府状态，中国是否利用这个时机采取激进的战略行动？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和联合早报驻北京的记者于泽远解析中俄战略轰炸机联合巡逻是要发出什么信号？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国轰炸机抵近阿拉斯加 王毅与俄外长会面 称中俄要坚定相互支持 Last Wednesday, four Chinese and Russian bombers conducted a joint strategic air patrol over the Bering Sea, near Alaska. While Russian bombers frequently operate in this region, it was the first time Chinese bombers entered the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone. The bombers were promptly tracked and intercepted by US and Canadian fighter jets. The following day at a Pentagon press conference, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed that the aircraft did not enter US airspace, maintaining a distance of about 200 miles (320 kilometres) from the US coast. He emphasised that these flights were not perceived as a threat. Since 2019, Beijing and Moscow have been conducting joint strategic air patrols, and this was their eighth such mission. The significance of these joint drills raises several questions: What message are China and Russia attempting to convey?  With US President Biden's recent announcement that he will not seek re-election, is China capitalising on the perceived vulnerability of the US administration and seizing this opportunity to engage in more aggressive strategic manoeuvres? Tune in to this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast as host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan delve
2024-07-3017 min东谈西论
东谈西论阮富仲留下的政治遗产 Vietnamese leader Nguyen Phu Trong’s political legacy越南共产党总书记阮富仲7月19日下午在河内因病去世，享年八十岁。阮富仲三次当选越共总书记，在位13年，是在位时间第三长的越共最高领导人。2018年至2021年的三年间，他同时兼任越南国家主席。 在阮富仲的领导下，越南的人均GDP增长超过一倍。2013年他发起大规模熔炉反腐败运动，成千上万的政府官员、高层干部、企业高管被起诉、判刑或被迫辞职。在对外关系上，阮富仲领导越南与不同意识形态的国家发展或升级了伙伴关系。 阮富仲被称为真正的马克思列宁主义者。在他去世后，越共还有理论家吗？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡尤索夫伊萨东南亚研究院访问研究员阮清江评价阮富仲对越南的贡献及探讨他的逝世会对越南政局带来什么变化。 延伸阅读： 阮富仲去世留权力真空 分析指国家主席苏林最可能接班 越南政治“四大支柱”之首——阮富仲生平 General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong passed away last Friday (July 19) at the age of 80, after holding the country's most powerful position for 13 years.  In 2021, Trong was reelected as party chief for an unprecedented third term, cementing his status as one of the most powerful leaders in Vietnam’s history.  Under his leadership, Vietnam experienced significant economic growth, with its GDP per capita more than doubling. His "bamboo diplomacy" skillfully balanced Vietnam's relationships with global superpowers while promoting a foreign policy of independence and diversification. Trong joined the editorial team of the Communist Review magazine at the age of 23, eventually becoming its editor-in-chief. A Marxist-Leninist ideologue, he studied Russian and earned a doctorate in party building. His ascent in the party ranks was steady: joining the Central Committee in 1994, the Politburo in 1999, and assuming the role of General Secretary in 2011. From 2018 to 2021, he also concurrently held the position of Vietnam's President. Trong's passing raises critical questions about succession and the future of Vietnamese politics. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong is joined by Ngu
2024-07-2320 min东谈西论
东谈西论死里逃生 一枪“封神”特朗普 Trump’s narrow escape from death美国前总统特朗普上星期六在宾夕法尼亚州进行竞选集会时，被飞来的子弹击中右耳上沿，惊险逃过鬼门关。当特朗普在特勤人员的护送下离开时，他坚持先停下来，举起拳头，对观众喊了三声“战斗”！这个经典的画面传遍世界。 特朗普为美国而战的硬汉形象震撼全美，从他脸颊滑过的一枪把他塑造成了英雄，还仿佛净化了他身上的诸多争议。还有宗教人士认为，这就是上帝的旨意，更证明特朗普就是天选之人。现任总统拜登的选情也因此更加岌岌可危。 不过，并非所有人都像特朗普般幸运。在星期六的集会上，一名他的支持者中弹身亡，两人重伤。 特朗普已经提前赢得美国大选了吗？这次的枪击事件揭露了美国社会的哪些问题，又会带来什么变化？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾国科会科技、民主与社会研究中心研究员兼执行长刘奇峰解析特朗普政治暗杀未遂如何帮他净化争议。 延伸阅读： 分析：美国政治撕裂 特朗普因枪击事件获益 潘政麟：特朗普堪称乱世之枭雄 Former US President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a recent campaign rally. A stray bullet grazed his right ear, but Trump's response was quintessentially defiant. Amidst the chaos, he raised his fist and thrice shouted "Fight!" to the crowd, a moment that instantly went viral and cemented his image as an indomitable force in American politics. Some religious commentators have even interpreted the event as a sign of divine intervention. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong, delves into the far-reaching implications of this incident with Roger Chifeng Liu, CEO and senior researcher at the Research Institute for Democracy, Society and Emerging Technology. They dissect how this near-fatal event could reshape Trump's controversial legacy and the broader political landscape as the nation heads towards a crucial election. They also explore the challenges it poses to President Biden's re-election campaign as well as the deeper societal issues this event has brought to the forefront. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See o
2024-07-1622 min东谈西论
东谈西论郑文灿涉贪案是民进党内斗的开始？Taiwan’s former vice-premier under corruption probe台湾前行政院副院长、前总统蔡英文的昔日爱将郑文灿因七年前的一宗土地案涉及贪污，在7月6日被检调侦讯与声押禁见。 郑文灿被准许以500万新台币交保，但被限制住居、限制出境与出海，保释金在星期一再提高到1200万新台币。台湾总统赖清德第一时间作出强硬表态：“不分党派，不问何人，只要涉及非法，检调都应该查办，勿枉勿纵。打诈、扫黑、肃贪，是目前政府重要的工作，目的是要维护国家的生存发展、社会的安定，以及回应人民深刻的期待，不得不然。” 郑文灿则维护自身清白，强调自己从政以来，公而忘私，不贪不取。 郑文灿被调查，是赖清德上台后惩治官场贪腐的第一刀还是对前总统蔡英文派系开出的第一枪？这是肃贪，还是民进党内斗的开始？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾政治观察家、东华大学教授施正锋详细解析。 延伸阅读： 台海基会董座郑文灿涉贪交保 赖清德强调勿枉勿纵 Former vice-premier Cheng Wen-tsan's alleged involvement in a bribery scandal has sent ripples through Taiwan's political landscape. The 57-year-old Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) politician was questioned by prosecutors on suspicion of bribery related to a land use project during his tenure as Taoyuan mayor from 2014 to 2022. The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office, citing concerns over potential collusion, sought court approval to detain Cheng and restrict his communications. Despite his eventual release on bail, Cheng faces travel restrictions and denies any wrongdoing. The case has sparked debate about political accountability and corruption in Taiwan.   In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong and Dong Hwa University‘s Professor Shih Cheng-Feng dissect the implications of this high-profile case. They explore Cheng's political career and his significance within the DPP, while analysing the potential fallout for Taiwan's ruling party. A key focus of the discussion is President Lai Ching-te's response, calling for a thorough investigation regardless of party affiliations. The podcast examines whether this represents a genuine anti-corruption drive or signals internal DPP conflict, possibly targeting former President Tsai Ing-wen's faction. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Ho
2024-07-0921 min早报播客
早报播客中国两任国防部长犯了什么事？China's Communist Party expels former defence ministers for corruption中共政治局6月27日召开会议，决定开除前后两任国务委员兼国防部长魏凤和和李尚福的中共党籍。 根据官方通报，李尚福违规为本人和他人谋取人事利益；为谋取不正当利益送给他人钱款，涉嫌行贿罪。魏凤和则是违规为他人谋取人事利益。 简单地说，李尚福涉嫌到买官和卖官，而魏凤和可能涉及卖官。 他们也都涉嫌利用职务便利，为他人谋取利益并收受巨额钱款。 去年以来，解放军多名高级将领出事。中国军队为何越反越腐败？腐败问题，是否会影响解放军的战斗力？中共政治局没有同时公布前外长秦刚的下落，秦刚是平安落地了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析梳理中国军队的腐败问题。 延伸阅读： 李尚福、魏凤和被开除中共党籍 料难逃牢狱之灾 韩咏红：李尚福落马凸显的反腐难题 As part of an anti-corruption crackdown, China’s Communist Party expelled former defence minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe for “serious violation of party discipline and the law” last Thursday, according to Chinese state media.  The accusations against Li and Wei include accepting gifts and money and facilitating improper benefits for others. Li was dismissed as defence minister last October, just seven months after taking the job. His predecessor, Wei, had not been seen in public since he was replaced last March. Wei served as defence minister from 2018 to 2023 and was also the head of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force from 2015 to 2017. These expulsions are part of a wider anti-corruption purge in the Chinese military, which has seen several generals and aerospace industry executives removed from the national legislative body. The fate of former foreign minister Qin Gang, who was removed after just seven months, remains unknown. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan discuss the implications of the expulsions and ongoing crackdown on the Chinese milita
2024-07-0224 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国两任国防部长犯了什么事？China's Communist Party expels former defence ministers for corruption中共政治局6月27日召开会议，决定开除前后两任国务委员兼国防部长魏凤和和李尚福的中共党籍。 根据官方通报，李尚福违规为本人和他人谋取人事利益；为谋取不正当利益送给他人钱款，涉嫌行贿罪。魏凤和则是违规为他人谋取人事利益。 简单地说，李尚福涉嫌到买官和卖官，而魏凤和可能涉及卖官。 他们也都涉嫌利用职务便利，为他人谋取利益并收受巨额钱款。 去年以来，解放军多名高级将领出事。中国军队为何越反越腐败？腐败问题，是否会影响解放军的战斗力？中共政治局没有同时公布前外长秦刚的下落，秦刚是平安落地了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析梳理中国军队的腐败问题。 延伸阅读： 李尚福、魏凤和被开除中共党籍 料难逃牢狱之灾 韩咏红：李尚福落马凸显的反腐难题 As part of an anti-corruption crackdown, China’s Communist Party expelled former defence minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe for “serious violation of party discipline and the law” last Thursday, according to Chinese state media.  The accusations against Li and Wei include accepting gifts and money and facilitating improper benefits for others. Li was dismissed as defence minister last October, just seven months after taking the job. His predecessor, Wei, had not been seen in public since he was replaced last March. Wei served as defence minister from 2018 to 2023 and was also the head of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force from 2015 to 2017. These expulsions are part of a wider anti-corruption purge in the Chinese military, which has seen several generals and aerospace industry executives removed from the national legislative body. The fate of former foreign minister Qin Gang, who was removed after just seven months, remains unknown. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan discuss the implications of the expulsions and ongoing crackdown on the Chinese milita
2024-07-0224 min早报播客
早报播客大陆颁布意见台独可判死刑 是为武统做准备？ China threatens death penalty for Taiwan separatists中国大陆司法与国安机关上个星期五联合发布惩治台独顽固分子的22条司法意见，将组织、策划、实施台独活动、推动法理台独、在国际上推动台独等都确定为分裂国家罪。依据情节的严重程度，可以被判处没收财产、有期徒刑、无期徒刑，最重可以判处死刑。如果被告人在境外，可以缺席审判，而且会被终身追责。 在海峡彼岸，台湾陆委会当天立即回应表示，北京当局的做法只会挑起两岸人民的对立，严重影响两岸人民往来交流，无助于两岸关系的良性发展，是极度不文明的粗暴挑衅。 大陆的22条司法意见早在今年5月26日就对内印发，直到上个星期五才发布实施。北京为何要在这时候推出22条惩治台独的司法意见？它能达到什么效果？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾致理科技大学国际贸易系副教授张弘远以及《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析颁布22条司法意见，是否是北京武统的前奏？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国大陆为何推出重典反“台独”？ 特稿：民共原规划在澳门恢复学者接触 恐因惩治台独意见破局 Last Friday, China issued judicial guidelines criminalising Taiwan separatist activities, with punishments running from property confiscation to death penalties.  Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council quickly condemned the move as a provocation that would harm cross-strait relations. The guidelines, internally circulated in May and only implemented last week, sparked speculation about Beijing's motives and potential impact.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong explores whether these new guidelines could be a prelude to military action with Associate Professor Chang Hung Yuan from the Department of International Trade, Chihlee University of Technology and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-2527 min东谈西论
东谈西论大陆颁布意见台独可判死刑 是为武统做准备？ China threatens death penalty for Taiwan separatists中国大陆司法与国安机关上个星期五联合发布惩治台独顽固分子的22条司法意见，将组织、策划、实施台独活动、推动法理台独、在国际上推动台独等都确定为分裂国家罪。依据情节的严重程度，可以被判处没收财产、有期徒刑、无期徒刑，最重可以判处死刑。如果被告人在境外，可以缺席审判，而且会被终身追责。 在海峡彼岸，台湾陆委会当天立即回应表示，北京当局的做法只会挑起两岸人民的对立，严重影响两岸人民往来交流，无助于两岸关系的良性发展，是极度不文明的粗暴挑衅。 大陆的22条司法意见早在今年5月26日就对内印发，直到上个星期五才发布实施。北京为何要在这时候推出22条惩治台独的司法意见？它能达到什么效果？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾致理科技大学国际贸易系副教授张弘远以及《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析颁布22条司法意见，是否是北京武统的前奏？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国大陆为何推出重典反“台独”？ 特稿：民共原规划在澳门恢复学者接触 恐因惩治台独意见破局 Last Friday, China issued judicial guidelines criminalising Taiwan separatist activities, with punishments running from property confiscation to death penalties.  Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council quickly condemned the move as a provocation that would harm cross-strait relations. The guidelines, internally circulated in May and only implemented last week, sparked speculation about Beijing's motives and potential impact.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong explores whether these new guidelines could be a prelude to military action with Associate Professor Chang Hung Yuan from the Department of International Trade, Chihlee University of Technology and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-2527 min东谈西论
东谈西论莫迪选举得票大跌，民主的胜利？Modi’s third term as prime minister of India印度总理莫迪及他领导的政党联盟在今年的全国大选中获胜。莫迪在6月4日发表胜选感言时，先对祖国印度致敬，接着赞颂印度教的宇宙之神贾格纳。他也告诉支持者，这是自1962年以来，第一次有一个印度政府能连续三届执政。 莫迪也开启了本人的第三个总理任期，不过他的选举成绩并不理想。在印度议会的543个席位中，莫迪领导的印度人民党只拿下240个，远远少于他定下的370席目标。他也失去了单独组阁权，必需和其他的政党组成联合政府。 这次的挫折对莫迪实现政治目标以及印度接下来的发展会构成什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾国科会科技、民主与社会研究中心研究员兼执行长刘奇峰解析莫迪为何会遭遇滑铁卢？ 延伸阅读： 社论：印度政局稳定但莫迪压力不小 国际特稿：莫迪料三连任 南亚巨人国际争雄 内忧外患挑战重重 In his triumphant speech after securing a third consecutive term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed this election as a historic moment for India. However, his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured only 240 out of 543 parliamentary seats, well short of a majority, forcing him into a coalition government. This diminished mandate raises questions about the future of Modi's political agenda and India's development trajectory.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong explores the reasons behind Modi's electoral setback and its potential impacts on his policy objectives with Roger Chifeng Liu, CEO and senior researcher at Research Institute for Democracy, Society and Emerging Technology. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-1827 min早报播客
早报播客陷公款旅游争议 韩国总统夫人不好当 Controversy over former South Korean first lady’s India trip韩国前总统文在寅的夫人金正淑2018年独自出访印度，出席许王后纪念公园开工仪式，也会见了印度总理莫迪，完成了第一夫人外交。 不过这件事近期却在韩国闹得沸沸扬扬，原因是金正淑当年增加行程， 专程去参观印度著名古迹泰姬陵。她一行36人乘坐总统专机，四天的飞机餐费用据说超过6万新元，被质疑公款旅游。前总统文在寅不断为夫人解释，但争议还是不断扩大。 到底金正淑有没有滥用公款？这起争议冲击到文在寅本人的形象吗？文在寅会不会成为青瓦台魔咒的另一个受害者？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析金正淑公款旅游疑云。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人也不好当 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人的名牌包 Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in's wife, Kim Jung-sook, is facing accusations of misusing public funds during a 2018 trip to India.  The controversy stems from an unplanned trip to Taj Mahal after attending the groundbreaking ceremony of Queen Heo Memorial Park and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kim Jung-sook, accompanied by a delegation of 36, travelled on the presidential plane, with the cost of in-flight meals over the four days reportedly exceeding US$45,000 (S$60,000).  Former President Moon has defended his wife, but the controversy continues to grow. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young examines whether Kim Jung-sook has misused public funds, the impact on Moon Jae-in's legacy, and if he could become another victim of the "Blue House curse" of scandals plaguing former leaders.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Pod
2024-06-1123 min东谈西论
东谈西论陷公款旅游争议 韩国总统夫人不好当 Controversy over former South Korean first lady’s India trip韩国前总统文在寅的夫人金正淑2018年独自出访印度，出席许王后纪念公园开工仪式，也会见了印度总理莫迪，完成了第一夫人外交。 不过这件事近期却在韩国闹得沸沸扬扬，原因是金正淑当年增加行程， 专程去参观印度著名古迹泰姬陵。她一行36人乘坐总统专机，四天的飞机餐费用据说超过6万新元，被质疑公款旅游。前总统文在寅不断为夫人解释，但争议还是不断扩大。 到底金正淑有没有滥用公款？这起争议冲击到文在寅本人的形象吗？文在寅会不会成为青瓦台魔咒的另一个受害者？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析金正淑公款旅游疑云。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人也不好当 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人的名牌包 Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in's wife, Kim Jung-sook, is facing accusations of misusing public funds during a 2018 trip to India.  The controversy stems from an unplanned trip to Taj Mahal after attending the groundbreaking ceremony of Queen Heo Memorial Park and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kim Jung-sook, accompanied by a delegation of 36, travelled on the presidential plane, with the cost of in-flight meals over the four days reportedly exceeding US$45,000 (S$60,000).  Former President Moon has defended his wife, but the controversy continues to grow. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young examines whether Kim Jung-sook has misused public funds, the impact on Moon Jae-in's legacy, and if he could become another victim of the "Blue House curse" of scandals plaguing former leaders.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Pod
2024-06-1123 min东谈西论
东谈西论封口费案封不了特朗普竞选美国总统之路 Trump’s guilty verdict美国前总统特朗普5月30日被裁定他在封口费案件中的三十四项重罪全部成立。特朗普在走出法院时称判决“可耻”，受到操纵，并出言攻击法官腐败。他称自己非常无辜，还指控这是总统拜登对他的打击。 特朗普被控伪造商业记录以掩盖他在2016年总统选举期间，支付十三万美元给一个色情女明星换取对方不公开他们有性关系的事实。支付封口费在美国不算什么罪。问题是特朗普涉嫌伪造记录掩饰自己用政治捐款来支付个人的封口费。他因此成为美国历史上第一位被判有罪的前总统。法官将在7月11日判刑，特朗普可能被判处监禁和巨额罚款。 特朗普会不会成为第一位在狱中当选的总统？他如果当选，又会对美国与美国的外交政策带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和中华战略学会资深研究员张竞详细解析特朗普被定罪会如何影响他二度竞选美国总统之路。 延伸阅读： 【早知】“封口费”案罪名成立 特朗普还能当总统吗？ 陈留俊：特朗普与“十二怒汉”——美国社会又一窗口 Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a crime as he makes a bid to return to the White House. A 12-member New York jury found him guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.  The jurors unanimously agreed that Trump falsified documents to conceal a $130,000 hush money payment to former porn star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election campaign. Speaking outside the courthouse after the verdict, Trump claimed that the trial was “rigged” against him and he was a “very innocent man”. He called the verdict a “disgrace” and accused President Joe Biden of orchestrating the prosecution.  The conviction does not prevent Trump from running for president. If Trump were to defeat Mr Biden in the November’s election, he would become the first convicted criminal to occupy the White House. How will his guilty verdict sway the U.S. presidential election? If Trump is elected, what are the ramifications for the U.S. and its foreign policy? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong discusses the impact of Trump’s conviction on his presidential bid with Chang Ching, Non-Resident Research Fellow, Society for Strategic Studies. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news
2024-06-0422 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国经济触底回升了吗？ Has China’s economy bottomed?今年1月下旬开始，中国股市跑赢全球，成为2024年全球资本市场的一个小亮点。其中，中国大陆与香港上市的中国房地产股，过去一个月来也大幅上涨。 与此同时，今年第一季度中国GDP同比增长5.3%，超出预期。最新公布的4月份工业利润增长4.0%，增速回升7.5个百分点。 中国经济已经触底反弹了吗？在积极的势头上，中共中央政治局确定将在7月召开三中全会。中国国家主席习近平不久前还召开了企业和专家座谈会。这是否意味着中国将进一步采取更多刺激经济的政策？中国经济复苏的道路，还会面对哪些风险？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与中国经济学者、辽宁大学特聘研究员陈波教授详细解析中国经济触底回升。 延伸阅读： 习近平促改革就业住房等八领域 分析：预告三中全会关注领域 陈婧：迟来的刺激政策 China’s stock market has been outperforming global markets since January, with the Chinese real estate stocks listed in mainland China and Hong Kong also seeing significant rises in the past month.   China's GDP growth in the first quarter surpassed expectations with a robust 5.3% increase year-on-year. Industrial profits in April mirrored this optimism, climbing by 4.0% and marking a notable rebound in growth rate by 7.5 percentage points. Amid the positive outlook, the Chinese Communist Party’s central committee will hold its third plenary session in July. Is China’s economy bottoming out and on the path to recovery? What are the risks? Will China roll out more policies to stimulate the economy after Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent symposium with business leaders and experts? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Chinese academic and Adjunct Professor of Economics at Liaoning University Chen Bo shares his in-depth analysis of China's economic rebound with host Han Yong Hong. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It i
2024-05-2827 min东谈西论
东谈西论赖清德就职演说 若隐若现两国论 Taiwan President Lai’s inauguration speech今年初的台湾大选中，在三角战的情况下以四成选票胜选的赖清德在5月20日宣誓就职，标志着台湾正式进入赖清德时代。 赖清德的就职演说延续蔡英文的说法，重申中华民国与中华人民共和国互不隶属。他对台湾的名称也做了进一步的论述。演讲中，赖清德也直接指中国威胁台湾，要求民众不能有幻想。 中国大陆国台办马上发文批评赖清德的讲话坚持顽固台独立场，大肆宣扬分裂谬论，充分暴露了其“台独工作者”的本性。 学者评论赖清德的就职演说，已经是若隐若现的台独。这会如何牵动两岸关系？美国在赖清德的表态中扮演什么角色？在赖清德就职后，台湾海峡将迎来什么局势？两岸风高浪急的时代来临了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和淡江大学荣誉教授、亚太和平研究基金会及远景基金会首席顾问赵春山分析台湾新任总统赖清德的就职演说。 延伸阅读： 马英九批赖清德就职演说：让两岸关系立刻面临不可预测风险 赖清德进一步阐述两岸互不隶属 强调台湾是民主世界MVP Lai Ching-te was sworn in as Taiwan's president on May 20 after winning the election with 40% of the vote in a three-way race. In his inaugural address, Lai reaffirmed that Taiwan and China are not subordinate to each other and directly addressed the threat from China, urging the public to remain vigilant. China's Taiwan Affairs Office swiftly condemned Lai's speech, accusing him of promoting pro-independence rhetoric. Scholars noted that Lai's speech subtly suggested a pro-independence stance, raising questions about the future of cross-strait relations and the role of the United States. Lai's inauguration signals potential heightened tensions in the Taiwan Strait. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Tamkang University’s Graduate Institute of China Studies Honorary Professor Chao Chun-Shan analyse the significance of Lai’s inaugural address. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-05-2221 min东谈西论
东谈西论中菲“录音门”会如何收场？China-Philippines tensions heat up中国与菲律宾南中国海主权争议再次升温，两国最近又因为在南中国海仁爱礁（菲律宾称阿云津礁）搁浅的一艘破船，闹出录音门事件。 中国外交官员今年4月以来一再声称，中国曾经与菲律宾针对如何管控局势达成过君子协议、内部谅解以及新模式。之后，中国公布了一段两分钟的录音，证明菲律宾西部军区司令卡洛斯答应新模式。 但是，菲律宾外交部以及军方官员都否认有这样的协议。菲律宾国家安全顾问阿尼奥指责中国捏造假信息，甚至公开提出要驱逐中国驻菲律宾的外交官。 中国和菲律宾各执一词，到底谁在说谎？仁爱礁搁浅船只的运补争议，又会如何收场？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和国际新闻组主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： 菲国安顾问要求驱逐涉通话录音事件中国外交官 下午察：防南中国海成“亚洲的乌克兰” The South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines continues to escalate following an alleged phone leak.  Last week, a news report surfaced claiming a leak of the phone conversation between a Chinese diplomat and a Filipino admiral. The conversation reportedly involved the admiral agreeing to concessions with China over the South China Sea. Philippine Defence Minister Gilbert Teodoro said in a statement that his department was "not aware of, nor is it a party to, any internal agreement with China". Additionally, the Philippines' national security adviser Eduardo Ano called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the rising tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf
2024-05-1424 min早报播客
早报播客中菲“录音门”会如何收场？China-Philippines tensions heat up中国与菲律宾南中国海主权争议再次升温，两国最近又因为在南中国海仁爱礁（菲律宾称阿云津礁）搁浅的一艘破船，闹出录音门事件。 中国外交官员今年4月以来一再声称，中国曾经与菲律宾针对如何管控局势达成过君子协议、内部谅解以及新模式。之后，中国公布了一段两分钟的录音，证明菲律宾西部军区司令卡洛斯答应新模式。 但是，菲律宾外交部以及军方官员都否认有这样的协议。菲律宾国家安全顾问阿尼奥指责中国捏造假信息，甚至公开提出要驱逐中国驻菲律宾的外交官。 中国和菲律宾各执一词，到底谁在说谎？仁爱礁搁浅船只的运补争议，又会如何收场？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和国际新闻组主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： 菲国安顾问要求驱逐涉通话录音事件中国外交官 下午察：防南中国海成“亚洲的乌克兰” The South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines continues to escalate following an alleged phone leak.  Last week, a news report surfaced claiming a leak of the phone conversation between a Chinese diplomat and a Filipino admiral. The conversation reportedly involved the admiral agreeing to concessions with China over the South China Sea. Philippine Defence Minister Gilbert Teodoro said in a statement that his department was "not aware of, nor is it a party to, any internal agreement with China". Additionally, the Philippines' national security adviser Eduardo Ano called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the rising tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf
2024-05-1424 min东谈西论
东谈西论美国大学示威潮或影响拜登寻求连任 Will the US campus protests hurt Biden’s re-election chances?美国4月下旬开始爆发自越战以来最大规模的大学生示威。 由于同情巴勒斯坦人的遭遇并且不满校方和美国政府在以哈冲突中的表现，全美各地多所大学爆发示威浪潮，学生们在校园里安营扎寨，不肯离去，要求学校从支持以色列政府的企业撤资。 在校方报警后，纽约、洛杉矶等城市的警察5月1日强行进入学校清场。美国政治领导人不同情或支持学生，总统拜登还发表演讲谴责暴力示威是违法的。 这场学生的抗争还没有完全平息。激烈的示威活动，反映了美国社会什么问题？它又会对美国的政治，以及今年11月的美国总统大选产生什么影响? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析这场校园示威活动。 延伸阅读： 杜志远：美国校园示威凸显新思潮动向 韩咏红：美国校园示威中的社会对立 In late April, the United States witnessed its largest wave of student demonstrations since the Vietnam War.  Triggered by sympathy for the plight of Palestinians and dissatisfaction with the handling of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by both university administrations and the US government, protests have sprung up at various universities across the nation. Students pitched tents and occupied buildings, demanding that universities cut financial ties with companies supporting the Israeli government. After the universities requested help, police officers entered the campuses to clear the encampments in cities such as New York and Los Angeles.  The protests have become a political flashpoint, with Biden condemning campus protest violence.  What are the broader societal issues reflected by the student demonstrations in the US? What is the impact of this unrest on US politics and the upcoming presidential election in November? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the US campus protests. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong
2024-05-0729 min东谈西论
东谈西论越南政坛地震不断 Vietnam’s deepening leadership crisis在短短一个月，越南接连发生两场高层地震。政坛第四号人物，国会主席王廷惠因为 “违反党员行为禁令”，在4月26日引咎辞职。此前的一个月，越南第二号人物，国家主席武文赏也因为违反了“党员严禁” 规定而辞职。第二和第四号人物纷纷倒台也代表越南政坛四大支柱接连倒了两根。 武文赏和王廷惠落马并非无迹可寻。在他们辞职的前几天，他们的前下属都因为腐败问题被警方逮捕。2023年1月，武文赏的前任、原越南国家主席阮春福也因为下属违规而辞职。 越南政治的四大支柱成了不断变化的走马灯，震撼各界。政治观察员指河内正陷入严重政治动荡。这是反腐败的成效，还是权力斗争？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡尤索夫伊萨东南亚研究院访问研究员阮清江解析越南的政治动荡。 延伸阅读： 两年两国家主席辞职 越南政局动荡 反贪运动任重道远 吴俊刚：张美兰的故事 The recent resignations and arrests of high-ranking officials in Vietnam indicate a significant upheaval in the country’s political landscape, sending shockwaves across various sectors.  The chairman of Vietnam’s Parliament Vuong Dinh Hue resigned over his “violations and shortcomings” on April 26, just weeks after the high-profile resignation of the country’'s second-in-command, President Vo Van Thuong. In the days leading up to the resignations, their subordinates were also arrested by authorities on corruption charges.  Political analysts have warned that Hanoi is embroiled in serious political turmoil. On one hand, these developments could be interpreted as a sign of anti-corruption efforts gaining traction. However, they could also be symptomatic of power struggles within the ruling party.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute Nguyen Thanh Giang discuss Vietnam’s deepening leadership crisis. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/list
2024-04-3016 min早报播客
早报播客中国为什么再推军队改革？China’s biggest military reorganisation in nine years中国国家主席、中共中央军委主席习近平4月19日向解放军新成立的信息支援部队授予军旗。这标志着信息支援部队，这个直属于中共中央军委的新兵种正式成立，原本的战略支援部队则撤销。习近平说，信息支援部队在推动解放军打赢现代战中地位重要，责任重大。 什么是信息支援部队？它将担负什么功能？中国解放军为何要推进这项军事体制改革？这与军队反腐败有没有关系？  中国解放军的装备近年有了长足的发展，在4月23日举办的海军建军七十五周年庆典又会有什么看点？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析中国军队的新改革。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国军队的新改革 菲律宾缺席中国海军论坛 张又侠：愿同当事国解决争端但不允许善意被滥用 Chinese President Xi Jinping recently presided over a significant military ceremony, where he awarded the military flag to the newly established Information Support Force of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This move marks the formal inception of a new branch within the PLA, indicative of a reconfiguration in China's military structure. The Information Support Force, operating directly under the purview of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China, replaces the former Strategic Support Force. President Xi underscored the pivotal role of this new force in modern warfare during the ceremony, highlighting its responsibility and importance in ensuring the PLA's success. The creation of the Information Support Force reflects China's ongoing efforts in military reforms and modernisation. Furthermore, the notable strides in the development and enhancement of equipment within the PLA in recent years embody China's progress in military technology and capabilities. The PLA Navy is celebrating its 75th anniversary this month, providing a platform to showcase its achievements and advancements. The occasion is poised to spotlight China's growing naval capabilities
2024-04-2321 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国为什么再推军队改革？China’s biggest military reorganisation in nine years中国国家主席、中共中央军委主席习近平4月19日向解放军新成立的信息支援部队授予军旗。这标志着信息支援部队，这个直属于中共中央军委的新兵种正式成立，原本的战略支援部队则撤销。习近平说，信息支援部队在推动解放军打赢现代战中地位重要，责任重大。 什么是信息支援部队？它将担负什么功能？中国解放军为何要推进这项军事体制改革？这与军队反腐败有没有关系？  中国解放军的装备近年有了长足的发展，在4月23日举办的海军建军七十五周年庆典又会有什么看点？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析中国军队的新改革。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国军队的新改革 菲律宾缺席中国海军论坛 张又侠：愿同当事国解决争端但不允许善意被滥用 Chinese President Xi Jinping recently presided over a significant military ceremony, where he awarded the military flag to the newly established Information Support Force of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This move marks the formal inception of a new branch within the PLA, indicative of a reconfiguration in China's military structure. The Information Support Force, operating directly under the purview of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China, replaces the former Strategic Support Force. President Xi underscored the pivotal role of this new force in modern warfare during the ceremony, highlighting its responsibility and importance in ensuring the PLA's success. The creation of the Information Support Force reflects China's ongoing efforts in military reforms and modernisation. Furthermore, the notable strides in the development and enhancement of equipment within the PLA in recent years embody China's progress in military technology and capabilities. The PLA Navy is celebrating its 75th anniversary this month, providing a platform to showcase its achievements and advancements. The occasion is poised to spotlight China's growing naval capabilities
2024-04-2321 min早报播客
早报播客压倒尹锡悦的最后一根“葱” South Korea's Yoon suffers major defeat in parliamentary vote韩国4月10日举行国会选举。总统尹锡悦所属的国民力量党惨败，在野力量大胜。在选举中，属于进步派的反对党共同民主党，在300个议席中拿下了175个席位，再加上其他反对党的斩获，在野阵营一共掌握了192席。相比之下执政的保守阵营只获得108个席位。 这次选举也创下了67%的投票率，是32年来的最高纪录。选举前朝野都全力动员，将这次选举塑造为对对手的审判，这也加剧了社会的严重对立。 如今面对民意的反扑，尹锡悦下来三年会继续面对跛脚的局面。这对他的施政会产生什么影响？本身也官司缠身的反对党党首李在明会弹劾尹锡悦吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析尹锡悦在国会选举中惨败的原因。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：尹锡悦“期中考”面临严峻考验 王庆民：韩国国会选举翻转尹锡悦优势 South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol suffered a major defeat in the parliamentary elections on April 10. The progressive opposition Democratic Party clinched a landslide victory, securing 175 out of 300 seats, while the opposition coalition seized 192 seats. In stark contrast, Mr Yoon’s People Power Party (PPP) only managed to secure 108 seats. Notably, voter turnout surged to 67%, marking the highest participation rate in 32 years. The intense campaign leading up to the elections saw both ruling and opposition factions fiercely framing the contest as a trial of their adversaries, exacerbating social tensions. The election result has left Mr Yoon facing the prospect of becoming a lame-duck president for the remaining three years in office. How will the electoral setback affect his ability to push through policies? On the other hand, will the scandal-plagued opposition leader Lee Jae-myung pursue impeachment proceedings against Mr Yoon?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young explains the reasons behind the heavy defeat of South Korea's ruling party in the recent election. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin we
2024-04-1623 min东谈西论
东谈西论压倒尹锡悦的最后一根“葱” South Korea's Yoon suffers major defeat in parliamentary vote韩国4月10日举行国会选举。总统尹锡悦所属的国民力量党惨败，在野力量大胜。在选举中，属于进步派的反对党共同民主党，在300个议席中拿下了175个席位，再加上其他反对党的斩获，在野阵营一共掌握了192席。相比之下执政的保守阵营只获得108个席位。 这次选举也创下了67%的投票率，是32年来的最高纪录。选举前朝野都全力动员，将这次选举塑造为对对手的审判，这也加剧了社会的严重对立。 如今面对民意的反扑，尹锡悦下来三年会继续面对跛脚的局面。这对他的施政会产生什么影响？本身也官司缠身的反对党党首李在明会弹劾尹锡悦吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析尹锡悦在国会选举中惨败的原因。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：尹锡悦“期中考”面临严峻考验 王庆民：韩国国会选举翻转尹锡悦优势 South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol suffered a major defeat in the parliamentary elections on April 10. The progressive opposition Democratic Party clinched a landslide victory, securing 175 out of 300 seats, while the opposition coalition seized 192 seats. In stark contrast, Mr Yoon’s People Power Party (PPP) only managed to secure 108 seats. Notably, voter turnout surged to 67%, marking the highest participation rate in 32 years. The intense campaign leading up to the elections saw both ruling and opposition factions fiercely framing the contest as a trial of their adversaries, exacerbating social tensions. The election result has left Mr Yoon facing the prospect of becoming a lame-duck president for the remaining three years in office. How will the electoral setback affect his ability to push through policies? On the other hand, will the scandal-plagued opposition leader Lee Jae-myung pursue impeachment proceedings against Mr Yoon?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young explains the reasons behind the heavy defeat of South Korea's ruling party in the recent election. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin we
2024-04-1623 min早报播客
早报播客习马二会主打民族认同 China’s Xi meets Taiwan’s former leader Ma in Beijing时隔九年，中国大陆国家主席习近平以及台湾前总统马英九再次见面，地点是北京人民大会堂东大厅。马英九虽已卸任，无官职在身，但仍受到北京超高规格的接待。 这是马英九第二次访问大陆。他率领的“大九学堂”台湾青年学子在4月1日启程，从台湾前往广东、陕西与北京。途中马英九多次动情。他在参观孙中山故居、到黄花岗七十二烈士墓园献花、公祭黄帝谈到“炎黄子孙的骄傲”、在万里长城唱抗日歌曲时都忍不住哽咽。 此行的高潮是4月10日下午他与习近平的会见。  马英九还口误，将文字稿中的中华民族念成了中华民国。 习马二会释放了什么信息？马英九在会面中是真口误还是假口误？在台湾民进党继续执政的现实中，国共两党强调民族认同与九二共识，能改变什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和联合早报驻台北记者缪宗翰解析习马二会释放的信息。 延伸阅读： 睽违九年习近平马英九北京再会面 学者点评：两岸当前刺骨寒风中的一股暖流 习马二会马英九开场谈话全文 Chinese President Xi Jinping held rare talks with former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing on April 10. It is the first time a former leader of Taiwan has been hosted by China's top leader in Beijing, since the Kuomintang fled to Taipei in 1949. It is also the first meeting between the two men since their landmark summit in Singapore in 2015.  Ma, who was travelling in a personal capacity, called this trip a “journey of peace”. In his opening remarks, Ma made a blunder by referring to the "Chinese nation" as "Republic of China". Was Ma's slip of the tongue intentional? Did the meeting resolve differences between Beijing and Taipei?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent Zong-Han Miaw joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the second Xi-Ma meeting and its impact on the cross-strait ties.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-1124 min东谈西论
东谈西论习马二会主打民族认同 China’s Xi meets Taiwan’s former leader Ma in Beijing时隔九年，中国大陆国家主席习近平以及台湾前总统马英九再次见面，地点是北京人民大会堂东大厅。马英九虽已卸任，无官职在身，但仍受到北京超高规格的接待。 这是马英九第二次访问大陆。他率领的“大九学堂”台湾青年学子在4月1日启程，从台湾前往广东、陕西与北京。途中马英九多次动情。他在参观孙中山故居、到黄花岗七十二烈士墓园献花、公祭黄帝谈到“炎黄子孙的骄傲”、在万里长城唱抗日歌曲时都忍不住哽咽。 此行的高潮是4月10日下午他与习近平的会见。  马英九还口误，将文字稿中的中华民族念成了中华民国。 习马二会释放了什么信息？马英九在会面中是真口误还是假口误？在台湾民进党继续执政的现实中，国共两党强调民族认同与九二共识，能改变什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和联合早报驻台北记者缪宗翰解析习马二会释放的信息。 延伸阅读： 睽违九年习近平马英九北京再会面 学者点评：两岸当前刺骨寒风中的一股暖流 习马二会马英九开场谈话全文 Chinese President Xi Jinping held rare talks with former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing on April 10. It is the first time a former leader of Taiwan has been hosted by China's top leader in Beijing, since the Kuomintang fled to Taipei in 1949. It is also the first meeting between the two men since their landmark summit in Singapore in 2015.  Ma, who was travelling in a personal capacity, called this trip a “journey of peace”. In his opening remarks, Ma made a blunder by referring to the "Chinese nation" as "Republic of China". Was Ma's slip of the tongue intentional? Did the meeting resolve differences between Beijing and Taipei?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent Zong-Han Miaw joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the second Xi-Ma meeting and its impact on the cross-strait ties.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-1124 min东谈西论
东谈西论耶伦对中国发难 醉翁之意不在酒 Yellen to warn China on excess production capacity美国财政部长耶伦4月初将访问中国。出发前，耶伦先发制人，在美国乔治亚州发表演讲时指责中国对电动车、锂电池和光伏产品进行大量补贴，形成了过剩产能，扭曲了国际市场价格，最终伤害了美国企业与美国工人的利益，还损害了世界经济的韧性。 什么叫过剩产能？中国的过剩产能为何在此刻成为中美贸易摩擦的最新来源？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析耶伦对中国提出过剩产能这个问题，目的是什么？ 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：耶伦向中国过剩产能发难 杨丹旭：中国经济寒冬难熬？ US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is planning to visit China this month. Last Wednesday, during a visit to a solar cell manufacturing plant in the state of Georgia, Yellen said that she intends to warn China about the negative effects of Beijing’s subsidies for its clean energy industries, including electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries and solar panels.   "I will convey my belief that excess capacity poses risks not only to American workers and firms and to the global economy, but also productivity and growth in the Chinese economy,” she said.   What does Yellen mean by “excess capacity” and why is the US raising this issue now?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss Yellen’s trip to China and her recent remarks concerning China’s subsidies for its clean energy industries.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global
2024-04-0222 min早报播客
早报播客莫斯科音乐厅恐袭事件谜团重重 Moscow concert hall terror attack俄罗斯首都莫斯科近郊的 “番红花城市大厅” 音乐厅 (Crocus City Hall) 星期五发生恐怖袭击。这是俄罗斯20年来最严重的恐怖袭击，至今已造成137人死亡，100多人受伤。 事发后，乌克兰迅速否认与恐袭有任何牵连，极端组织伊斯兰国（ISIS）则宣布是自己发动了这次袭击。美国也声称这起恐袭是由极端组织伊斯兰国的阿富汗分支 (ISIS-K) 干案。而俄罗斯官员却是把矛头指向乌克兰，指恐怖分子和乌克兰有联系。中国网民则质疑，这起事件是美国在幕后指使。 俄罗斯音乐厅恐袭事件引发了一系列阴谋论，谁是莫斯科音乐厅恐袭事件的幕后黑手？这起事件背后还有哪些谜团待解？它又会对俄罗斯与乌克兰的战争带来什么影响？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：莫斯科遭恐袭搅动中国舆论 【早知】ISIS-K为何袭击俄罗斯？ The attack on a Moscow concert hall last Friday was the deadliest in Russia for two decades, resulting in 137 fatalities and over 100 injuries as of Sunday afternoon.  In the aftermath of the tragedy, the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group claimed responsibility for the attack while Ukraine promptly denied involvement. The United States confirmed ISIS’ claim, attributing the attack to the Afghan branch known as the ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K). However, Russia asserts a link between the terrorists and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Chinese netizens have questioned the United States’ involvement.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan analyse who was behind the attack and the motive behind it as well as the implications for the Russia-Ukraine war.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-2623 min东谈西论
东谈西论莫斯科音乐厅恐袭事件谜团重重 Moscow concert hall terror attack俄罗斯首都莫斯科近郊的 “番红花城市大厅” 音乐厅 (Crocus City Hall) 星期五发生恐怖袭击。这是俄罗斯20年来最严重的恐怖袭击，至今已造成137人死亡，100多人受伤。 事发后，乌克兰迅速否认与恐袭有任何牵连，极端组织伊斯兰国（ISIS）则宣布是自己发动了这次袭击。美国也声称这起恐袭是由极端组织伊斯兰国的阿富汗分支 (ISIS-K) 干案。而俄罗斯官员却是把矛头指向乌克兰，指恐怖分子和乌克兰有联系。中国网民则质疑，这起事件是美国在幕后指使。 俄罗斯音乐厅恐袭事件引发了一系列阴谋论，谁是莫斯科音乐厅恐袭事件的幕后黑手？这起事件背后还有哪些谜团待解？它又会对俄罗斯与乌克兰的战争带来什么影响？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：莫斯科遭恐袭搅动中国舆论 【早知】ISIS-K为何袭击俄罗斯？ The attack on a Moscow concert hall last Friday was the deadliest in Russia for two decades, resulting in 137 fatalities and over 100 injuries as of Sunday afternoon.  In the aftermath of the tragedy, the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group claimed responsibility for the attack while Ukraine promptly denied involvement. The United States confirmed ISIS’ claim, attributing the attack to the Afghan branch known as the ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K). However, Russia asserts a link between the terrorists and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Chinese netizens have questioned the United States’ involvement.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan analyse who was behind the attack and the motive behind it as well as the implications for the Russia-Ukraine war.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-2623 min东谈西论
东谈西论李强的首份《政府工作报告》Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s maiden work report中国总理李强3月5日在一年一度的两会上公布中国今年的经济增长预期目标是5%左右。这个具有雄心的目标，显示中国有信心继续保持中高速的经济增长。中国也要发展新质生产力、培育新兴产业和未来产业，包括新能源汽车、新材料、生物制造、商业航天、量子技术、生命科学等。 然而两会开幕前，全国人大宣布今年的两会不再举行总理记者会，打破了一个三十多年的惯例。消息一出，除了引起各方震惊，也削弱了各方对政府工作报告的关注。 中国为什么不再举行总理记者会？这个决定引起了什么批评？市场如何看待政府工作报告里提出的经济政策？5%左右的经济增长目标可能达标吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红、华侨银行大中华区研究主管谢栋铭及《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析中国两会。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国为何不再举行总理记者会？ 杨丹旭：熟悉的两会不同了 Chinese Premier Li Qiang unveiled China's economic growth target of around 5% for 2024 during the annual meetings of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), collectively known as the “two sessions” or “liang hui” in Chinese. This ambitious growth target reflects China's confidence in sustaining a moderately high-speed economic growth. The country aims to develop ‘new quality productive forces’ and emerging industries, spanning new energy vehicles, new materials, bio-manufacturing, commercial space exploration, quantum technology, and life sciences. However, ahead of the “two sessions”, the NPC announced that it would scrap the premier's annual press conference, ending a tradition maintained for three decades. This unexpected announcement surprised many and diverted attention from the government work report. Why did China decide to discontinue the premier's post-parliament press conference? What criticisms surround this decision? How does the market perceive the economic policies outlined in the Chinese government work report, and can the economic growth target be achieved?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Tommy Xie, Head of Greater China Research & Strategy at OCBC Bank and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan to share
2024-03-0628 minYah Lah But
Yah Lah But#498 ft. Shibani Mahtani - Why This Singaporean Journalist Dug Into China’s Influence on Lianhe ZaobaoShibani Mahtani is the Washington Post journalist who published an article last year which alleged that local Chinese newspaper Lianhe Zaobao “now routinely echoes some of Beijing’s most strident falsehoods”. This prompted a strong rebuttal from the newspaper and even Singapore’s ambassador to the US. However, Singapore recently invoked the Foreign Interference (Countermeasures) Act 2021 against businessman Philip Chan, who has had 25 articles published in Lianhe Zaobao before; how does Shibani feel about seeing this play out?(00:00) Intro(14:14) Why This SG Journalist Dug Into China’s Influence on Lianhe Zaobao(01:03:00) One Shiok ThingFind us...
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东谈西论金门翻船事件 China-Taiwan tensions: Kinmen’s deadly boat incident2月14日福建厦门与金门之间发生一起翻船事件，造成两个大陆渔民死亡。事发至今还无法了结。 台湾海巡署称，载有四人的大陆渔船当天违规越界进入台湾的禁限制水域，在被台湾巡逻艇拦截时，不慎翻覆才导致两个大陆渔民死亡。但是随着更多具体情节流出，外界才知道，台湾巡逻艇的船头原来曾经撞到大陆渔船的船尾。台湾海巡署又声称当时来不及录像，所以没有录像证据。 这起事件的众多疑窦让大陆网民群起激愤。大陆海警船、渔政船也开始在厦门与金门之间的水域进行常态化巡逻，两岸的紧张局势升高。这起意外，要如何善了？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红、《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远及台北特派员温伟中解析金门翻船事件。 延伸阅读： 金门渔民：野生黄鱼应节价飙 大陆渔民经常越界捕捞 韩咏红：金门翻船让大陆反切香肠推“行政统一” Tensions continue to escalate between China and Taiwan after a Chinese boat capsized near Kinmen on February 14, resulting in the death of two crew members. Kinmen is an island administered by Taipei but located just 5km from the mainland city of Xiamen.  The vessel, carrying four Chinese nationals, was pursued by the Taiwanese coast guard for intruding into prohibited waters. The two surviving Chinese fishermen were detained and deported back to mainland China a week after the incident. As more details emerged, public indignation grew. The fishermen claimed that their boat capsized because the Taiwanese coast guard’s patrol boat had collided with it. Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration (CGA) subsequently admitted to collisions and stated it was unable to record video evidence of the incident.  Following the fatal incident, Beijing stepped up patrols around Taiwan’s waters. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory, and has never renounced the use of force to try to bring the self-ruled island under its control. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan and Taipei correspondent Woon Wei Jong to dissect how the Kinmen boat in
2024-02-2723 min东谈西论
东谈西论解放军窝案 Impact of China’s purges on its military strength2023年的最后一个星期，中国一口气查处了11名军方高级将领，包括中国火箭军的两名前司令员、两名前副司令员、中国空军的原司令员等多名高层。这是继十月国防部长李尚福被免职后，中国再次展示出强烈的整军动作。 几乎同一时间，中国三大特大军事工业国有企业，中国航天科技集团、中国兵器工业集团及中国航天科工集团的高层也纷纷出事。 中国火箭军以及军工企业高层人员密集出事意味着什么？这对中国解放军的战斗力会造成什么冲击？原海军司令董军在十二月底接任国防部长又对外传达了什么信息？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析强烈反腐对中国战力的影响力。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：一辈子犯了五辈子的罪 于泽远：中国军队反腐令人震撼 China concluded 2023 with a sweeping military purge, investigating 11 senior military officials, including former commanders and vice-commanders of the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) Rocket Force as well as the former Air Force chief. The latest purge followed the dismissal of Defence Minister Li Shangfu in October, indicating a strong commitment to military reforms. Simultaneously, top executives of China's three major state-owned military-industrial enterprises—China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, China Ordnance Industries Group Corporation Limited (or Norinco Group), and China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation—are also under investigation. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan discuss the impact of China’s anti-corruption efforts on its military strength. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-01-0925 min东谈西论
东谈西论再探乌克兰战争 As Russia-Ukraine war nears 2-year mark震惊天下、改写国际地缘政治格局的俄乌战争已经持续了接近两年。俄乌战争举世瞩目，但外界对于乌克兰的真实情况还是知之甚少。  2023年11月，《联合早报》记者再次踏上旅途，这次是进入乌克兰首都基辅以及饱受战火摧残的布查、敖德萨等城市，观察乌克兰民众如何在烽火中生活？他们怎么坚持继续抗战？面对强大俄罗斯军队，乌克兰又是如何以小博大？ 在纷乱的世界中，一场又一场的战争占据了我们的视线。但是我们没有遗忘还在受苦的人们。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，随主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻副主任沈泽玮一起再探乌克兰战争之谜。 延伸阅读： 俄乌之战关键武器 无人机改写战争模式 乌克兰“铁人”部队死守生命线 The Russia-Ukraine war has persisted for nearly two years, but the truth about the conflict remains shrouded in mystery. Lianhe Zaobao follows up with exclusive reports after visiting Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, as well as cities such as Bucha and Odessa that bear the indelible scars of warfare. How are Ukrainians navigating their lives amid the conflagration? What is fueling their ongoing resistance against the formidable Russian forces? In a world beset by tumultuous conflicts, it is imperative not to lose sight of the people enduring immense hardship due to wars. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate China News Editor, Sim Tze Wei, to share her journey to Ukraine in November 2023 and discuss the enigma of the conflict. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio
2024-01-0222 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国青年到寺庙去 想找寻什么? Why are young Chinese flocking to temples?近半年来，志愿到各个寺庙去当义工的中国年轻人明显增多。“在上学和上班之间”，一些其实原本没有强烈宗教信仰的年轻人，选择了“上山”，那是为什么？ 不同寺庙有不同安排。有的让你当随喜义工, 只做一天。 有的则需要你当常住义工，可能得住在寺庙几个星期到几个月。 到寺庙上香拜佛的年轻人人数也暴增。有些寺庙收到的参访订单里， 二三十岁的年轻人就占了一半。 中国青年到寺庙去是为了什么？他们又找到了什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》深圳特派员林煇智解析为何中国青年要到寺庙当义工。 延伸阅读： 特稿：中国年轻人涌入寺庙做义工 从不如意现实生活中求解脱 下午察：中国年轻人爱上了买彩票 More young people are volunteering at temples in China. Some choose to volunteer their services for a day while others stay within the temple premises for weeks or even months. The number of visitors and worshippers in their 20s and 30s at temples has also increased, constituting almost half of the total daily visitors. Why are young Chinese drawn to temples? Is it an escape from reality or simply a weekend retreat for them? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Shenzhen-based correspondent Daryl Lim discuss the reasons behind the surge in the number of young people volunteering at temples in China. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-12-1217 min东谈西论
东谈西论一个西马人眼中的东马 East Malaysia in the eyes of west Malaysians说到马来西亚，一般人可能马上想到吉隆坡、马六甲、槟城，这些城市都在西马。隔着南中国海，马来西亚在东边还另有天地。 马来西亚 33万平方公里的国土，西部是马来半岛，简称西马，有11个州，首都吉隆坡就在西马。东部位于加里曼丹岛北部，简称东马。沙拉越和沙巴就在东马。 马来西亚是自 1957年脱离英国殖民地以后独立。东马则是在 1963年才加入，成了马来西亚联邦。东西马被海洋分割，族群、宗教、文化与经济发展程度都存在一定差异。 两边人民是如何看待彼此？东西马有没有分裂的风险？近年的马来西亚政治局势变化又如何提高了东马的政治地位？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》吉隆坡特派员萧郡瑜探讨西马人眼里的东马。 延伸阅读： 马国特稿：枪弹破坏或可重建 苏禄军入侵沙巴10年伤痕难抚平 中国游客为何钟爱“危险区”仙本那？ If asked to name some cities in Malaysia, most might immediately think of Kuala Lumpur, Malacca or Penang. These cities are all located in West Malaysia, which make up only half of Malaysia. Malaysia is divided into two parts by the South China Sea. The western part or Malay Peninsula is commonly known as West Malaysia and comprises 11 states. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is located in West Malaysia. The eastern part of Malaysia is located on the northern part of Borneo and is known as East Malaysia. Sarawak and Sabah are located in East Malaysia. Malaysia gained independence from British colonial rule in 1957, and East Malaysia joined the federation in 1963, forming the independent state of Malaysia. The separation by the sea between East and West Malaysia has resulted in differences in ethnicity, religion, culture and economic development. How do the people on both sides perceive each other? Is there a risk of division between East and West Malaysia? How has Malaysia's current political landscape changed the political status of East Malaysia? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao Kuala Lum
2023-12-0521 min东谈西论
东谈西论习拜会后中美关系柳暗花明？China-US relations back on track?美国总统拜登和中国国家主席习近平，上周在旧金山举行备受瞩目的中美元首峰会，让螺旋式下滑的两国关系止跌企稳。 中美在元首峰会后宣布，成立合作工作组打击芬太尼、建立人工智能对话，双方也将全面恢复中美军事沟通机制。 从峇厘岛到旧金山，中美关系在经历跌宕起伏的一年后，是否已经柳暗花明？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听代班主持人杨丹旭和在旧金山采访习拜会的《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红解析现阶段的中美关系。 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：中国元首访美施展魅力攻势 习拜会花絮：从38年老照片到元首座驾 The highly anticipated meeting between United States President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping took place in San Francisco on Nov 15, bringing a halt to the spiralling decline in the relationship between the US and China. After the meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference, both countries agreed to establish a working group to combat the fentanyl crisis in the US, initiate a dialogue on artificial intelligence, and restore military-to-military communications between their armed forces. Following a tumultuous year since the Xi-Biden meeting in Bali, has the relationship between China and the United States turned the corner? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Editor Yang Danxu discusses the state of China-US relations with Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor Han Yong Hong who is in San Francisco covering the APEC conference and Xi-Biden meeting.  Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated e
2023-11-2125 minThe Business Times Podcasts
The Business Times PodcastsLianhe Zaobao melding history with transformation: Editors Talk (Ep 8)Lianhe Zaobao's editor Goh Sin Teck shares his views on the need for balanced, fact-based news. He also addresses the diverse needs of Singapore's most widely-read Chinese language newspaper's audience, the digital transformation of media and the role of artificial intelligence. Synopsis: A monthly podcast conversation inspired by The Business Times column Off The Record, in which editors from the newsrooms of SPH Media, discuss the modern news industry from their insider's perspective. Highlights of the conversation: 00:57 History and evolution of Lianhe Zaobao 02:58 Serving the Chinese speaking community 04:14 Staying...
2023-11-1916 min东谈西论
东谈西论郭台铭选总统内外交困 Taiwan: Terry Gou’s presidential bid gone awry2024年台湾总统选举进入倒计时。在四组参选人中，排名第四的台湾首富郭台铭最近内外交困。 郭台铭创办的鸿海富士康集团，在中国大陆被查税和土地违规使用。在台湾，郭台铭也陷入“花钱买连署”的丑闻。 作为独立参选人，郭台铭需要至少29万份连署书支持他选总统，而且连署书是越多越好。然而，指他涉嫌贿选的案子越来越多。据传每一份连署书的价码介于200到1000新台币不等。 郭台铭的选举是怎么啦？他会退选吗？他内外交困的处境又会如何影响明年的台湾总统大选？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》台北特派员温伟中解析郭台铭困境及台湾总统选情。 延伸阅读： 下午察：大陆调查富士康 背后剑指郭台铭参选台湾总统？ “蓝白合”政党协商登场 没谈总统选举合不合 Taiwan will hold its next presidential election on Jan 13, 2024. Among the four candidates, the billionaire founder of major Apple supplier Foxconn, Terry Gou, is facing tax and land-use investigations in mainland China, as well as allegations of signature buying for his campaign in Taiwan. Gou currently ranks fourth in opinion polls. He is running against Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate Lai Ching-te, Kuomintang’s candidate Hou Yu-ih and Taiwan People’s Party's candidate Ko Wen-je. Has Gou's election campaign gone awry? Will he withdraw from the race? How will the internal and external challenges affect the upcoming Taiwan presidential election? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent Woon Wei Jong discuss Taiwan’s presidential election and the scandals surrounding Terry Gou. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystu
2023-10-3120 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国乒乓队大爆冷丢金 China’s table tennis: shock defeats at Asian Games在中国杭州举行的亚运会，9月30日举行乒乓男女双打四分之一决赛。 中国队的两位前世界冠军梁靖崑、林高远 2-3 不敌中国台北组合。这是中国国乒在本次亚运会的首次输球。 同一天晚上，中国乒乓女双组合也先后不敌日本和印度的组合被淘汰，尤其是中国的世界冠军组合竟然输给了印度，更是让观众惊掉了下巴。 中国国家乒乓队是怎么了？一向打败天下无敌手的中国队，竟然连女子双打四强赛都进不了，而且是在自己的主场输球？这对中国乒乓球的发展会不会反倒是一件好事? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远解析中国乒乓队丢金。 延伸阅读： 【亚运会】王楚钦／孙颖莎获乒乓球混双冠军 乒乓球多场战果“出乎意料” 于泽远：中国不再看重亚运会奖牌 At the Hangzhou Asian Games. China’s former world champions, Liang Jingkun and Lin Gaoyuan, were defeated by the Chinese Taipei team in the men’s doubles table tennis quarter finals. In the same evening, China’s women’s doubles teams also lost to Japan and India respectively. Given the dominance of China in the sport, the results stunned the global audience. What is happening to the powerhouse of table tennis? How will it change the development of table tennis in China? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-10-0319 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国防长去哪儿？The mystery of China’s missing defence minister中国国防部长李尚福已经有三个星期没有公开露面。据英国媒体报道，李尚福没有出席 9月7日至8日在中越边境主办的防务合作年度会议。美国政府也认为李尚福正在接受调查，而且已经被解除职权。 这是今年6月以来，继中国前外交部长秦刚之后，第二个在公众视线中突然消失的中国高层官员，而且至今中国官方对他们的突然消失都没有说明原因。 李尚福去哪儿了？他真的出事了吗？如果他出事，对中国军队的战斗力又会造成什么影响? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远详细解析。 延伸阅读： 中国防长李尚福逾两周未露面 据报因健康原因推迟与越官员会晤 韩咏红：秦刚被免职留下未解疑团 China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu has not been seen for three weeks. While it is not unusual for the defence minister to be away from the public eye, his notable absence, especially after the recent disappearance of former Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang, sparked speculation that Li is under house arrest. According to media reports, the US government believes that Li has been placed under investigation and removed from office. The probe into Li follows China's unexplained replacement of Qin in July after a prolonged absence from public view.   Chinese officials have remained tight-lipped about the reasons behind Li’s disappearance. Where is Li Shangfu? Why is he missing? What is the impact on China’s military? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Pod
2023-09-1921 min东谈西论
东谈西论华为5G手机登场会如何影响中美科技战? China-US tech war: Huawei’s chip breakthrough彭博社上星期委托著名的半导体调查公司 TechInsights 拆解了一台中国华为新上市的 Mate 60 Pro手机，证实里头使用了中国国产的七纳米芯片。这个消息震撼美国，因为这表明在美国的严厉制裁与限制之下，中国只用了三年时间就能自己生产出七纳米高端芯片，突破了美国的科技封锁。 一个星期后，华为又宣布预售另两款新手机，经过测试都有5G的功能，证明中国已经能大量生产高端的芯片。 中国是否真的已经冲破了被美国科技卡脖子的困境？这对中国的贸易军事发展以及国际关系意味着什么？中美科技战的下一步又会如何发展？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红与华中科技大学教授、光谷自贸区研究院院长陈波及新加坡南洋理工大学教授、毕盛资产管理有限公司创始成员兼副主席（中国）陈光炎博士详细解析。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：华为逆袭成功对雷蒙多示威 下午察：华为手机的绝地反击？ Chinese mobile phone company Huawei unveiled its latest Mate 60 Pro. According to a teardown report by analysis firm TechInsights, Huawei Technologies and China's top chipmaker Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC) have built an advanced 7-nanometre processor to power its latest smartphone. The 7nm chip represents a breakthrough in China’s chipmaking capability. It was previously believed that the best China could achieve was about 14nm. Has China managed to circumvent US restrictions? What are the implications of Huawei’s new chip on China-US relations? Where is China-US tech war heading？ Lianhe Zaobao’s Global Heartbeat podcast invites Professor Chen Bo from Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, and Dr Tan Kong Yam, Professor of Economics from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore to share their insights. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-1229 min东谈西论
东谈西论习近平不出席G20峰会 中印互给脸色 Xi Jinping skipping G20 summit in India第18次G20峰会将于本周末（9至10日）在印度新德里举行。印度为这场峰会的主题订立为“天下是一家”，印度总理莫迪也对这次会议寄以厚望。然而，中国国家主席习近平将不会出席这次的峰会，中国国务院总理李强将出席。 习近平缺席 G20峰会，将对外传达出什么信号？中国与印度的关系又处在什么状态？G20峰会的主题叫“天下是一家”，但现在的国际形势实际上又是什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红和中国著名的国际战略专家、中国人民大学教授时殷弘详细解析。 延伸阅读： 中印关系紧张或致G20无法发布联合公报 习近平缺席G20峰会 习拜会告吹 Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the summit of Group of 20 (G20) leaders in New Delhi this weekend. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will lead China’s delegation to the event, as confirmed by Beijing on Monday (Sep 4).  This marks the first time that Xi is skipping the gathering of the world’s top economies since coming to power. He has attended every G20 summit, except Rome in 2021, when he participated by video link. The announcement has dashed hopes of a possible meeting between Xi and US President Joe Biden at the summit. Both leaders last met in person in November 2022 on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Indonesia. What does Xi’s absence from the G20 summit signify? What does it say about global politics and the relations between China and host country India? Lianhe Zaobao’s Global Heartbeat podcast invites Professor of International Relations from Renmin University of China in Beijing, Dr. Shi Yinhong, to share his insights.  Hosted by
2023-09-0521 min东谈西论
东谈西论马国州选落幕，安华顺利过关？Malaysia state polls: relief or rejection?马来西亚六州选举在上个星期六落幕。选举结果如分析人士所料 - 朝野政治联盟各主导三个州属。由安华领导的希望联盟和国民阵线保住了槟城、雪兰莪和森美兰州政权。在野的国民联盟在吉打、吉兰丹和登嘉楼几乎横扫所有州议席。 州议选举原本只是地方性的选举，但是舆论的氛围和在野党的操作使到这次的州选成了对安华政府的一次公投。如果执政联盟表现得太糟糕，马来西亚有可能再经历一次变天。 如今选举结果已大局底定，安华过关了吗？国盟的势力进一步增强，势力版图扩张，是否代表马来西亚种族分化更为严重？六州选举的结果对马来西亚下来的发展又会产生什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红及《联合早报》国际新闻组副主任范晓琪详细解析。 延伸阅读： 分析：州选后马国政治料进入稳定期 安华须把握机会展现治国能力 分析：团结政府未有效解决经济问题 或影响六州选情 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 Malaysia’s state polls have ended in a “3-3” status quo outcome between Pakatan Harapan-Barisan Nasional (PH-BN) ruling coalition and the opposition alliance, Perikatan Nasional (PN). The election in 6 of Malaysia’s 13 states was widely viewed as a referendum on Anwar’s administration after the tightly contested general election in November that ended with the country’s first ever hung Parliament. Led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the PH-BN coalition retained Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Penang while PN held on to Kelantan, Kedah and Terengganu. The election appears to have kept things at status quo, but changes in seat composition for the state assemblies tells a different story.  Has Anwar passed the test? How will the outcome of the state elections affect Malaysia's future development? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Foreign Editor, Liew Fan Chyi, shares her observations with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-1523 min东谈西论
东谈西论一次中国村超的亲体验 China’s village football league你应该知道什么是英格兰超级足球联赛。但是你可曾听过“村超”吗？ 村超是中国农村的足球联赛，全名是中国贵州省榕江和美乡村足球联赛。村超一共有20支乡村足球队参加，球员全是业余的。比赛中场会表演贵州少数民族歌舞，奖品也非常接地气，有活鸡、鸭、鹅、猪、牛、羊等。 今年5月开始的村超引发大量关注，连退役的英格兰著名球星麦克欧文也拍视频为村超打气 。 村超真的有这么热吗？这种乡村业余足球的魅力在哪里？榕江村超的成功又能给我们什么启示。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》重庆特派员王纬温精彩分享。 延伸阅读： 王纬温：贵州村超的由下而上 【视频】贵州村超热度不减 民众：能倒逼中国足坛改革 “Village Super League” or Cun Chao in Chinese is a rural football league in China’s Rongjiang, consisting of 20 amateur village football teams. During halftime, there are performances of traditional Guizhou ethnic songs and dances, and the grand prizes include chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, cows, sheep and other livestock. Cun Chao gained worldwide attention and even attracted the support of retired English football star Michael Owen who made a video cheering for the players. What is the appeal of this amateur rural football league?   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Chongqing correspondent Edwin Ong shares his first-hand experience of Cun Chao with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-0822 minYah Lah But
Yah Lah But#422 - Washington Post Accuses Lianhe Zaobao of Pro-China Slant & CCTVs Now Allowed For HDB CorridorsRecently, American publication Washington Post accused Singapore’s Lianhe Zaobao of deferring to “Beijing narratives”. This prompted a rebuke from the Chinese newspaper, and now Singapore’s ambassador to the US has also spoken out against it. Is our local newspaper really taking sides in the US-China divide? Elsewhere, HDB’s approval will no longer be required for CCTVs that face corridors of HDB flats. Why the change, and does it mean we will become a surveillance state?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful g...
2023-08-0700 min东谈西论
东谈西论中国外长秦刚失踪 Where is China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang?中国国务委员兼外交部长秦刚从公开场合失踪已经足足一个月。 较早前中国外交部曾宣布秦刚因“健康原因”将缺席在印度尼西亚举行的亚细安外长会议。 在上星期一的记者会上，当被问及秦刚的下落时，中国外交部发言人毛宁只表示不了解情况，没有其他更多的信息。不再提“健康原因”是否透露出事情不妙？与此同时，有关秦刚与女主播的绯闻在网上也传得沸沸扬扬。 秦刚到底发生了什么事？他的失踪对中国的外交与政治会产生什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远详细解析。 (本集《东谈西论》录音后，中国全国人大常委会会议决定，免去秦刚的外交部长职务，由中共中央政治局委员、中央外办主任王毅接任外长。) 延伸阅读： 新闻人间：消失的“他” 杨丹旭：王毅为何那么忙? 秦刚被免外长间接证实不利传闻　分析：王毅接任可能是过渡安排 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang has been absent from public view for a month. He was last seen on June 25 when he met officials from Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Russia. His disappearance was first noticed when he missed the Asean annual foreign ministers’ meeting in Indonesia earlier this month. China’s Foreign Ministry cited “health reasons” for Mr Qin missing the Asean summit, and said it had no further information on his whereabouts.  There is intense speculation about the fate of China’s main envoy, including a rumour of his extramarital affair with a TV presenter.  What has happened to Qin Gang? How will his disappearance affect China’s domestic politics and international relations?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  (After the recording of this episode, China's top legislature voted to remove Qin Gang as foreign minister at an urgent meeting and reappointed his predecessor Wang Yi to the position.) Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv
2023-07-2520 min东谈西论
东谈西论年轻叛逆的泰国改革者披塔有没有首相命？Pita’s bid to be Thailand’s next PM泰国国会上星期四举行选举，750名上下议院议员投选新一任首相。深受年轻人支持的前进党党魁，也是唯一的首相候选人披塔以63票之差，无法出任首相。泰国国会本星期还会进行第二次和第三次首相选举，这个改革派领袖有没有首相命？泰国的改革力量将何去何从？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》国际新闻组主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： 社论：泰国政治国体之争 披塔距离首相之位越来越远 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 Last Thursday, Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward party that emerged as the biggest winner in Thailand’s general election in May, failed in his first bid to be the nation’s next prime minister. Under his leadership, the Move Forward party has become the largest party in the House of Representatives. His alliance of eight parties controls 312 seats in the 500-member House of Representatives. However, he needs the support of the Upper House Senate to reach the minimum 375 combined Parliament votes to secure premiership.  Pita will attempt a second time to become Thailand’s prime minister this week. Will the reformist leader succeed? What is the future of Thailand's reform movement? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan shares his perspectives.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google
2023-07-1823 min东谈西论
东谈西论俄罗斯雇佣兵瓦格纳集团兵变闹剧 Russia’s Wagner mutiny俄罗斯雇佣兵瓦格纳集团的首领叶夫根尼·普里戈任，2023年6月23日星期五突然倒戈, 宣布要推翻俄罗斯军事领导层。普京隔天发表全国电视讲话，指责这是“叛国”，是在俄罗斯国家和人民的背后捅刀子。 正当俄罗斯兵变的新闻让举世震惊之际，普里戈任和他的部队星期六晚上就撤离他们所占领的俄罗斯南部罗斯托夫市的军事总部，兵变在24小时后匆匆落幕，戛然而止。 这到底是怎么一回事？瓦格纳集团叛变暴露了俄罗斯内部的什么问题？兵变闹剧又会如何影响普京的统治地位？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远解析瓦格纳集团兵变。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：俄罗斯兵变搅动中国舆论场 社论：克宫变数陡增普京进退两难 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 On Friday, June 23, Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the private military company Wagner Group, led an armed mutiny and announced his intention to overthrow the Russian military leadership.  As Wagner mercenary forces marched towards Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a televised address to the nation, accused Prigozhin of “treason” and described the uprising as “a stab in the back” of the Russian troops and people.  A last-minute deal with Belarus defused the crisis. In a span of 36 hours, Putin faced the biggest challenge to his authority since he came to power.  How did the events unfold?  What did the Wagner mutiny reveal about Russia? How will it affect Putin's grip on power? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-2724 min东谈西论
东谈西论2023年香格里拉对话小观察 Shangri-La Dialogue: US-China handshake but no talks一年一度的香格里拉对话上周末在新加坡举行。美国与中国这两个大国再次在香会上交锋，台湾问题不出所料成为焦点之一。但和以往相较，双方这次的语气都偏向温和。温和语气的背后隐藏着什么含义？香会还有什么值得注意的小观察？这些小观察中又反映了什么大趋势？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与联合早报国际新闻第二主任吴汉钧及马来西亚太平洋研究中心首席顾问胡逸山解析香会。 延伸阅读： 香会小观察：中国与会代表霸位被揶揄 香会侧记：重新思考亚太区安全 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上7时更新。 The annual Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore kicked off with a friendly handshake between US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu. It was as good as it got. They did not hold any formal talks during the 3-day defence summit.  As expected, there was a war of words over the Taiwan issue between the US and Chinese defence chiefs at their respective sessions. However, compared to previous years, their tones were more moderate and measured.  What are the key takeaways from the Shangri-La Dialogue this year? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Dr Oh Ei Sun, Principal Adviser, Pacific Research Centre of Malaysia and Lianhe Zaobao's Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan to share their observations of the summit.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i
2023-06-0620 min东谈西论
东谈西论台湾能甩掉“行人地狱”的恶名吗？Taiwan’s ‘living hell’ traffic去年，台湾每10万人交通死亡数为13.2，这是日本、新加坡的六倍，而且死亡人数还在创新高。 台湾每年有超过3000人死于车祸，其中有10%是行人。当地的民众把台湾交通成为 “行人地狱”。台湾的交通状况还引起美国和日本媒体的注意。 台湾的交通怎么了？公民社会的大声疾呼国际媒体的关注能促使台湾甩掉“行人地狱”的恶名，解决长期形成的交通安全问题吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》台北特派员温伟中解析。 延伸阅读： 温伟中：宝岛“行人地狱”污名何时清？ 台湾交通部有信心今年能达600万人次旅客目标 Taiwan has been described as a “living hell for pedestrians” by a Facebook page with more than 24,000 followers. It attracted the attention of American and Japanese media.  Every year, more than 3,000 people lose their lives to traffic accidents in Taiwan, and 10% of them are pedestrians. In 2022, the number of traffic fatalities per 100,000 people in Taiwan was 13.2, about 6 times higher than Japan and Singapore.  What is the problem with Taiwan's traffic? Can the public outcry and international media attention help to improve road safety in Taiwan and shake off its bad reputation as a “living hell for pedestrians”? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent  Woon Wei Jong discuss the traffic issues in Taiwan.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, S
2023-05-3021 min东谈西论
东谈西论西媒笔下的中国熊猫变形记 End of China’s panda diplomacy?1972年，中国赠送了一对大熊猫玲玲和兴兴给美国。这是中华人民共和国政府首次向西方国家赠送大熊猫，也开启了中国熊猫外交的黄金期。 如今，半个世纪过去了，中国仍有60多头大熊猫旅居世界不同国家。然而，熊猫外交的成效却在递减，大熊猫在西方媒体中的形象也从原本的憨态可掬，变成浑身肌肉、而且面目狰狞。大熊猫还能体现中国的正面形象吗？中国熊猫外交是否也已经走到了尽头？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红，以及《联合早报》驻北京记者于泽远和特派员黄小芳解析中国熊猫外交。 延伸阅读： 中国特稿：从招财萌猫变功夫熊猫 中国熊猫外交的变迁与困境 中西视角下熊猫形象分歧日益扩大 In 1972, the Chinese government gave two giant pandas, Ling Ling and Hsing Hsing, to the United States. The arrival of the pandas at the National Zoo in Washington, DC, marked the start of a golden period in China’s panda diplomacy.  Half a century later, more than 60 pandas are scattered around the globe, but the effectiveness of panda diplomacy appears to be waning and pandas are portrayed more negatively in the Western media.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong discusses the future of China’s panda diplomacy with Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan and correspondent Wong Siew Fong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1623 min东谈西论
东谈西论泰国来临5月举行选举会变天吗？ Thailand general election 2023: political shift?在军人政府执政九年后，泰国将在5月14日举行2014年军事政变以来的第二次大选。各路政党摩拳擦掌。有的政客寻求继续掌握大权，有的家族势力希望卷土重来，也有新一代的政党认为，这是一个改变泰国的机会，是一个世代的选择，是黑暗现实和光明未来的选择。 泰国有大大小小86个政党，其中较有规模的共有13个。他们各有怎样的背景，提出什么诉求？泰国会变天吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红，以及《联合早报》国际新闻副主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： “稳定牌”效应减弱 巴育连任挑战重重 国际特稿：泰大选形势未明 各党做最后努力 Thailand will hold its general election on May 14. This is the country’s second general election since the 2014 coup d'état. The incumbent Prayuth Chan-Ocha is seeking to retain his position as the prime minister while Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, is staging some sort of a political comeback for her family. A rising star in the political scene and a hot favourite amongst the candidates, Pita Limjaroenrat urges for change in this election.  Will the upcoming election see a political shift in Thailand? Is it going to be a watershed election fuelled by the desire for change? Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor Han Yong Hong and Associate Foreign Editor Ng Hon Kuan share their perspectives in this episode of Global Heartbeat.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platfo
2023-05-0224 min东谈西论
东谈西论尹锡悦访美是拿着"烫手山芋"走上红地毯？China and South Korea trade barbs over Taiwan韩国总统尹锡悦本星期到美国进行七天访问，这是韩国总统时隔12年再次对美国进行国事访问。尹锡悦出访前接受路透社访问时，第一次表示韩国可能为乌克兰提供军事援助，也称台湾问题不仅是中国和台湾之间的问题，而是如同朝鲜问题一样是全球问题。 他的言论立即引起北京强烈反应，中韩两国爆发口水战，外交官隔空交锋持续了几天仍未停息。 中韩在台湾问题上的交锋，是中美争霸的又一个影子。有韩国学者支持尹锡悦的表态，认为韩国应该搭上以美国为中心的同盟列车，也有人为韩国同时得罪中俄两国忧心忡忡，担心中国会“秋后算账”。 尹锡悦为何要在出访美国前突然高调谈论台湾？这是韩国新的对华路线吗？中韩再次发生摩擦，对东北亚局势会造成什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红，以及《联合早报》中国新闻组主任杨丹旭与首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析。 延伸阅读： 称台湾问题是“全球性问题” 对尹锡悦涉台言论大陆提出严正交涉 中韩就台湾问题爆口水战 学者：韩或在印太战略上进一步支持美国 South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol flew to Washington for a seven-day visit. His trip is the first state visit to the United States by a South Korean leader since 2011 and marks the 70th anniversary of the countries' alliance. In an interview with Reuters before the trip, Yoon signalled a shift in his stance against arming Ukraine for the first time. He also said, “the Taiwan issue is not simply an issue between China and Taiwan but, like the issue of North Korea, it is a global issue.” His comments have sparked a war of words between Beijing and Seoul.  At a press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said that the Taiwan issue is “a matter for Chinese who do not need to be told what should or should not be done."  South Korea's foreign ministry hit back by describing Beijing’s comments as “serious diplomatic discourtesy”. This episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast invites Lianhe Zaobao's China News Editor Yang Danxu and Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young to share their perspectives on the diplomatic spat between China and South Korea.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on za
2023-04-2525 min东谈西论
东谈西论夏宝龙到香港为23条立法定调 Top Beijing official overseeing Hong Kong affairs visits the city中国国务院港澳办主任夏宝龙上星期到香港考察六天。他在全民国家安全教育日开幕礼上说：“修例风波这场港版颜色革命，虽然没有得逞，但这是香港历史上永远抹不去的伤疤，是我们永久的痛。” 夏宝龙是中共组建中央港澳工作办公室后，首名赴港考察的高层官员。他亲民的形象受到好评，但很多人也从他的讲话中，解读到中央防范国安风险、从严治港的手腕不会放松；《基本法》23条立法将加快。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》香港特约记者戴庆成解析夏宝龙访港的政治信号。 延伸阅读： 夏宝龙：乱港根源未除 治理基础仍须巩固 新闻人间：“救火队长”夏宝龙 疫后首访香港 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上7时更新。 The director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO), Xia Baolong, kicks off his six-day visit to Hong Kong on April 13. At the opening ceremony of the city’s National Security Education Day, Xia said that although the 2019 anti-extradition bill riots did not succeed, they left a “permanent scar” on the city, resulting in “everlasting pain”.  Xia is the first senior official to visit Hong Kong after it was announced that HKMAO will report directly to the Communist Party’s central leadership instead of the State Council.  His friendly demeanour has been well-received, but many have also concluded from his speech that the central government will not loosen its grip on the city to counter national security threats, and the legislation of Article 23 will be expedited.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Hong Kong reporter Tai Hing Shing discuss the significance of Xia Baolong’s trip to Hong Kong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify a
2023-04-1823 min东谈西论
东谈西论“九二共识”从ICU 活过来了？ Ma’s visit to mainland China and Tsai’s stopovers in US台湾现任总统蔡英文和前任总统马英九最近几乎同时出访。 马英九到大陆祭祖交流返台后称大陆行让“九二共识又活过来了”。蔡英文则反驳说，马英九的表述是1970年代的论述，这个讲法跟现在的环境有一些差距，现在的清楚的事实是：“中华民国跟中华人民共和国互不隶属。”   “双英”出访各有斩获。马英九受到大陆超规格的接待与礼遇。蔡英文在美国会见到了美国第三号人物、众议院议长麦卡锡。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与台湾政治大学外交学系主任卢业中教授详细解析“双英”出访的成绩单，以及“九二共识”是否从加护病房活过来了。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：台湾“双英”出访的高下 王纬温：马英九让“一中各表”走向正常 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上7时更新。   Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou's historic visit to China coincided with current Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's trip to Central America and stopovers in the United States.  Upon his return to Taiwan, Ma declared that "the 1992 Consensus is alive again", referring to the tacit agreement that there is one China with both sides having different interpretations of what this means. In response, Tsai said that Ma’s statement belongs to the 1970s and is detached from the current environment. She added, it is clear that “the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not affiliated with each other.”  During his 12-day trip, Ma visited the hometown of his ancestors and held meetings with Chinese officials. It marks the first time a current or former leader of Taiwan has visited mainland China since 1949. On the other hand, Tsai met with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. As the third-highest ranking official in the US leadership hierarchy, McCarthy is the most senior US figure to meet a Taiwanese leader on American soil in decades.  Zaobao podcast Global Heartbeat invites the Chair of National Chengchi University Department of Diplomacy, Professor Lu Yeh-chung, to share his insights on Ma and Tsai’s recent trips, and
2023-04-1125 minYah Lah But
Yah Lah But#245 - Tennis player Peng Shuai retracts sexual assault allegations in Zaobao interview & Loh Kean Yew is SG’s first badminton world championToday we discuss tennis and badminton, and how SG has made waves in both racquet sports in the last couple of days. First, the mysterious case of Peng Shuai that has captivated global media in the past month sees another major twist; this time, it’s SG’s very own Lianhe Zaobao which publishes the first video interview with the tennis star since her explosive posts alleging sexual assault first surfaced on Chinese social media. Why is everyone watching and dissecting this interview? Second, SG shuttler Loh Kean Yew made sporting history by winning the BWF World Championships 2021. We disc...
2021-12-2056 min